
News from the Kansas dairy industry
Investing for the Next Generations
How many times have you said “I wish I had started earlier?” Or, “I wish I knew then what I know now?” We’ve all done our best to love and prepare our kids and grandkids for the future. What about their financial future?
Labor and Immigration Reform
Even as technology becomes a greater part of agriculture, much of dairy farming remains labor-intensive. U.S. dairy farmers rely on skilled workers to care for their animals, milk cows and tend crops.
2025 Kansas Dairy Leader Steve Strickler
March 21, 2025, Steve Strickler was recognized for his years of service to the Kansas dairy industry.
2025 Kansas Distinguished Dairy Award
The original High Plains Dairy was established in 2001 by local farmers near Plains KS who were looking to find a better market for their crops.
2025 Scholarship Winners
The Kansas Dairy Commission announced the winners of the 2025 Warren C. Winter Scholarship as Katelyn L. Klipp from Hanover, KS and Breck Averhoff of Garden City, KS.
New World Screwworm Plan
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins this morning launched an $8.5 million sterile New World screwworm (NWS) fly dispersal facility in South Texas and announced a sweeping five-pronged plan to enhance USDA’s already robust ability to detect, control, and eliminate this pest.
K-State Dairy Project in a Holding Pattern
Kansas dairy farmers are not giving up on the proposed Kansas State University dairy project, says K-State Dairy Extension Specialist Mike Brouk.
Grant Opportunities
Find out more about upcoming Grant Writing Basics Course, Heartland Regional Food Business Center Business Builder Subaward Grant Program and DBIA Dairy Business Builder Grant program.
Facts About Animal Disease Traceability
In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the final rule that amends and strengthens its animal disease traceability regulations for certain cattle and bison.
Kansas State University Dairy Update
Kansas State University and the Kansas Board of Regents are committed to continue their century old support of the Kansas dairy industry through the announcement of the rebuilding of the KSU Dairy Teaching and Research Unit.
Knowing Some Terms of Financial Literacy
We all like little bits of information that help us know what we want to know, forget what we want to forget, and make good decisions.
USDA Launches National Milk Testing Strategy
USDA announced Dec. 6, 2024, the National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS) requiring raw milk samples to be collected and shared with USDA for testing and surveillance of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in dairy cattle.
Dairy Student Bohren Named 2024 Outstanding Senior
Alicia Bohren, Longmont, Colorado, has been selected as the 2024 Don & Jane Good Outstanding Senior.
Don’t Make These I-9 Mistakes
Almost every dairy farmer is also an employer. That means that in addition to all the work that surrounds owning and caring for cattle, dairy producers must be fluent in human resources.
10 Tips to Protect Dairy Farms
Implementing biosecurity measures is essential to safeguarding dairy farms from the serious threat posed by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Warren C. Winter Scholarship Winner
Passionate about sharing her agricultural background and knowledge the 2024 Warren C. Winter Scholarship winner, Sophie Leach, quickly shares with peers the importance of supporting local agriculture producers and dairy farmers.
Movement Regulations for Lactating Cows
Effective April 22, 2024, the Animal Health Commissioner of the Kansas Department of Agriculture, division of Animal Health (Commissioner) has issued an order requiring special permits related to the movement of lactating dairy cattle due to H5N1 Influenza A virus.
Certificate of Honor for Kansas Dairy Leader
Joseph P. Harner, III, was recognized as the 2024 Kansas Dairy Leader at the Kansas Dairy Annual Meeting and Conference, March 22 in Manhattan.
Ohlde Family Farms
Strengthening lives through ag production is the mission of our 2024 Kansas Distinguished Dairy Award winner. Over the decades, the Ohlde family has effectively bridged the generations together.
What if TCJA Isn’t Extended?
Tax legislation that went into effect in 2018 is set to expire at the end of 2025. For many, this could have a significant impact starting in 2026. Do you have a plan in place if the tax law changes dramatically at that time?
