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Oped: Why agricultural labor reform is essential for US dairy
Labor Government Policy Dennis Rodenbaugh, President and CEO of Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., shares his thoughts on the US labor crisis and need for immigration reform America’s food security is a matter of national security, and the U.S. agricultural system behind it, which contributes over $1 trillion to our economy, is at risk. Not from drought or disease, but from a persistent and deepening labor shortage that has reached a critical inflection point.
Oped: Why agricultural labor reform is essential for US dairy
Labor Government Policy Dennis Rodenbaugh, President and CEO of Dairy Farmers of America, Inc., shares his thoughts on the US labor crisis and need for immigration reform America’s food security is a matter of national security, and the U.S. agricultural system behind it, which contributes over $1 trillion to our economy, is at risk. Not from drought or disease, but from a persistent and deepening labor shortage that has reached a critical inflection point.
USA: House approves legislation to restore whole milk options in school lunches
In a significant shift, the House of Representatives has passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, signaling the end of a decade-long ban on whole and reduced-fat milk in school lunches. The bill, which received overwhelming support on December 13, aims to amend the milk requirements set by the National School Lunch Program under the Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act. allows schools to offer students healthful milk options
Source: The DairyNews 14 This bill allows schools to offer students healthful milk options that they are more likely to choose to drink by expanding the milk options schools can choose to serve to also include the most popular and also nutritious reduced fat and whole milk varieties.
The Spanish company Tecnicas Reunidas will produce nitrogen-containing fertilizer in Kazakhstan
Tecnicas Reunidas will cooperate in Kazakhstan in KazAzot LLP. An ammonia-urea complex will be built in Aktau. It will allow launching the production of a new product for Kazakhstan – urea. This is a unique nitrogen-containing fertilizer suitable for almost any soil. According to a Tecnicas Reunidas representative, work on the project began several months ago. In implementation, they are ready to look for the best solutions and ensure efficient construction in partnership with local companies.
BPAS Report urges urgent action to address soaring formula milk prices
Source: The DairyNews 20 According to the British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) survey, a staggering 65% of women expressed anxiety or concern about the surging cost of formula, which has witnessed a 25% increase in just two years. The report highlights the distressing impact on families, noting that the cheapest formula milk on the market now exceeds the £8.50 weekly voucher that families on benefits can claim.
Kazakhstan’s trade turnover with EU countries exceeded $34 billion in 10 months of the year
The Prime Minister noted that today the European Union is the largest trade and investment partner of Kazakhstan. The total volume of European investments exceeded $175 billion. In particular, over 6 months, EU countries invested $5.2 billion in the economy of Kazakhstan. “The EU’s share in Kazakhstan’s foreign trade is about 30%. Over 10 months, our trade turnover exceeded $34 billion.
EU feed production to fall by another 2.4 million tonnes in 2024
The EU feed market in 2023 reflects ongoing political and market crisis pressures, as well as increasing demand to provide sustainable feed solutions to address market dynamics and regulatory considerations. These trends are in response to the adverse impacts of climate change and animal diseases on raw material supplies, such as droughts and floods, as well as on livestock production potential, including avian influenza (AI) and African swine fever (ASF).
Danone partners with Else Nutrition to enter vegan baby formula market
The global infant formula sector, estimated at $50.7 billion, is witnessing a surge of 5.6% annually, but it is primarily dairy-based. Else Nutrition's unique approach, using almond butter, buckwheat flour, and tapioca maltodextrin, sets it apart. Danone, the world's second-largest baby formula maker, is expanding into the vegan market through a multi-stage partnership with Else.
Nestlé partnership sees extra payment offered to Fonterra farmers this season
The latest agreement involves Nestlé providing additional funding to farmers achieving one of the three levels outlined in Fonterra's The Co-operative Difference framework for the 2023/24 season. Fonterra anticipates an extra payment of approximately 1-2 cents per kilogram of milk solids for qualifying farmers, contingent upon the number meeting the specified sustainability criteria.
Kazakh businessmen shared their impressions of Australian livestock farming
The first was the modern Southern Cross Feedlot feedlot with a capacity of 35 thousand heads of cattle for simultaneous housing. Here, Kazakh farmers got acquainted with modern equipment, infrastructure, feeding methods, a grain roller mill, and the principles of managing such a large site. Aidarbek Khojanazarov, a deputy of the Mazhilis of Parliament, noted: “This is just a huge fattening site, 35 thousand heads of simultaneous fattening.
New comms director for dairy giant Arla Foods has been announced
In her new capacity, she will shoulder the responsibility of overseeing communications to diverse stakeholder groups. Bringing a wealth of experience, Nicola Morgan-Hulme's most recent tenure at The LEGO Group saw her in senior Western Europe and UK brand relations positions, culminating in her role as Brand Relations Director, Western Europe.
Kerry Group announces milk price for November supplies
When evaluated against EU standard constituents of 3.4% protein and 4.2% butterfat, the November milk price stands at 38.4c/L. Considering Kerry's average milk solids for the same period, the comprehensive milk price return, inclusive of VAT and bonuses, amounts to 45.9c/L. A spokesperson from Kerry Group noted, "Sentiment regarding dairy commodities is cautiously positive for 2024 as the challenges of a tumultuous 2023 come to a conclusion.
ODPA: U.S. House of Representatives will vote on the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
USA 14.12.2023 Source: The DairyNews 13 This is the bipartisan bill that will expand the milk options schools can choose to serve in federal school meal programs to include 2% and whole milk, in addition to the non-fat and 1% varieties currently allowed.
Cornell study reveals microbial challenges in microfiltered milk for extended shelf life
Microfiltration, a cutting-edge processing technology widely adopted in Europe and soon to be introduced to US dairies, utilizes semipermeable membranes to ward off undesirable microbes, thus extending the shelf life of milk. However, the research conducted by Cornell's Department of Food Science reveals that inadequate cleaning of equipment can introduce a minuscule microbe, known as microbacterium, into the final product. Published on Sept.
Italian Newlat explores acquisition of UK food giant Princes
Source: The DairyNews 20 Reports suggest that Newlat, along with British buyout firm Expertise, is in competition for the purchase, with Japanese owner Mitsubishi Corp seeking a price of $400 million ($503 million). Princes known for its tinned fruit and fish, holds various brands, including Flora sunflower oil and the Napolina range. The potential acquisition presents a strategic opportunity for Newlat, extending its reach into the UK market and creating value for stakeholders.
Meiji first-time selection to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd., a japanese leader in the food sector, proudly announces its debut selection to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), a prestigious global benchmark for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investments. Simultaneously, the company secures its place on the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific) for the fifth consecutive year since 2019.
Global food insecurity is a real issue
Source: The DairyNews 42 Global food insecurity is a real issue — one that’s only going to get more challenging. According to the FAO, as the global population expands from the current 8 billion people toward 10 billion people worldwide by 2050, we will need 70% more food.
Nourish You expands portfolio with acquisition One Good
Source: The DairyNews 12 This strategic acquisition, accomplished through a share swap, marks one of the largest M&A deals in the country's rapidly growing plant-based ecosystem. The deal includes a unique arrangement where the founders of One Good will receive a minority stake in Nourish You. Following this acquisition, Nourish You sets its sights on a substantial Rs 50-60 crore fundraise through a Series-A round, anticipated to conclude by June 2024.
IFCN unveils newest top 20 dairy processor list
By collecting and processing 212 billion liters of milk, the Top 20 dairy processors fulfill the dairy needs of around one billion individuals while making an annual societal contribution exceeding USD 130 billion, states the report. In alignment with sustainability objectives, each of the leading 20 dairy processors actively engages in climate and sustainability monitoring, with a shared commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2050.
The panel of official judges for World Dairy Expo 2024 has been finalized
These judges will assess the top-tier dairy cattle from North America on the vibrant shavings, spanning from Sunday, September 29, to Friday, October 4. Meet the esteemed judges for the 57th World Dairy Expo: International Ayrshire Show: Official Judge - Brandon Ferry, Hilbert, Wis. International Brown Swiss Show: Official Judge - Phillip Topp, Botkins, Ohio International Guernsey Show: Official Judge - Lynn Harbaugh, Marion, Wis.
What Is Being Missed About Dairy Cows, Feeding the World and the Planet
Global food insecurity is a real issue — one that’s only going to get more challenging. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, as the global population expands from the current 8 billion people toward 10 billion people worldwide by 2050, we will need 70% more food.
Here’s What It Truly Means to Be a Farmer-Owned Cooperative — and Why It Matters
Dennis Rodenbaugh Dennis Rodenbaugh President and CEO, Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. Published Apr 11, 2023 If cooperatives hadn’t been around for so long, I think they would be considered an amazingly new modern business structure. Cooperatives are formed to provide their members exclusive benefits in the form of buying or selling goods and services.
Our cooperative
Our cooperative We are a purpose-driven cooperative, working to enrich communities and consumers' lives through all the possibilities of dairy. And at Dairy Farmers of America, we understand that these possibilities go beyond the traditional dairy case. They mean providing opportunities for rural communities to thrive, sharing nourishment to those in need and preserving natural resources for future generations.
The DairyNews launched a global news website The DairyNews Global
“A new stage has begun in the integration of The DairyNews, and with it the entire Russian-speaking dairy industry, into the global dairy industry. The DairyNews Global is a division of our publication that covers the main events of the global dairy market in English. The active involvement of The DairyNews in the international agenda will allow our readers to receive even more important information about the dairy market.
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