Farm Bill

DairyCast 0179 Show Notes:

• Dr. Ray Nebel, President of the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council, draws attention to their work and an upcoming event.
• What implication does the new farm bill have for your operation? Brad Luben, Public Policy Extension Specialist at the University of Nebraska, explains. 
  

DairyCast 0150 Show Notes:

• When will we finally have a new farm bill to operate under?  And who is going to get the payments? Troy Dumler, Kansas State University, provides his insights.
• Dennis DiPietrie, DairyCast Headliner, shares thoughts on how world economies are influencing our production as well as steps you can take to stay informed.

DairyCast 0131 Show Notes:

• A unique perspective on the US dairy industry from a new citizen and dairy producer
• Bob West, WestfaliaSurge ProFormance Project Developer, highlights some new technology benefits
• What is the Center for Food Integrity and how is it working for you?
• Chris Galen, National Milk, shares his thoughts on the Farm Bill and what it might mean for you
  

DairyCast 0123 Show Notes:

• Recent highlights of American Meat Institute events including some valuable suggests for your dairy in 2008
• The Farm Bill is finally coming to a close, but first it has to survive the conference committe and a potential veto. What will the economic impact be on you?
• Upcoming conference on bioconvertion and manure digesters Register Here

DairyCast 0112 Show Notes:

• Troy Dumler, Farm Economist and Farm Policy Specialist, updates the current status of the 2007 (2008?) Farm Bill
• Utilizing risk management tools on your livestock operation in times of high risk and volatility 
• How do we successfully manage odor and what does the EPA have planned to "help" us manage odor better?
  

DairyCast 0104 Show Notes:

• This Week in Review: Farm Bill Debate and Export Markets
• How your operation can benefit from Carbon Credits
• Developing a strong relationship with your vet 

DairyCast 0087 Show Notes:

• FMD U.K. Update
• American Meat Institute's Mike Brown on Farm Bill discussion
• Harvest coming early in several areas of the midwest.  You ready?  Storage considerations with John Anderson.
• Mike Brook at K State with tips on keeping cattle cooler
• Vitamin tweaks for top production with Randy Shaver

DairyCast 0081 Show Notes:

• Emergency Haying and Grazing Information
  
• Keith Collins with Dairy Outlook
• Johne's Research Group - wikipedia info
• Roundup Ready Alfalfa Status and USDA info
• Next up for the Farm Bill

DairyCast 0079b Show Notes:

• Special presentation as Secretary of Agriculture Johanns addresses the House Farm Bill