The University of California, Davis, continues to be recognized for its leadership in the fields of veterinary science, and agriculture and forestry in the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject released March 22. Quacquarelli Symonds, considered one of the most influential international university rankings providers, ranked UC Davis first in the nation and second in the world in both subjects. Since …
The California State Fair Commercial Cheese Competition is now open and accepting entries exclusively from cheese makers in California. The competition is a celebration of the rich history and diversity of California’s cheese industry. Cheese makers from all regions of California are encouraged to enter their best cheeses in the competition, which will be judged by a panel of expert …
Connecting with skeptical consumers about animal agriculture is becoming increasingly important as issues like environmental stewardship and animal welfare are top-of-mind for customers, investors, and other key groups. The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2023 Stakeholders Summit will feature two panels focused on how you can engage the right audiences and communicate effectively. The 2023 Summit is set for May 4-5 in …
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) began accepting applications for the Dairy Industry Safety Recognition Awards. Now in its 20th year, the awards honor dairy processing facilities and trucking operations for outstanding worker safety performance and management. As with last year, IDFA will weigh equally an applicant’s essay and statistical data as health and safety experts recommend more emphasis on …
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) opened entries for the 2023 Real California Pizza Contest, the fifth annual search for the best pizza recipes using Real California cheeses. The contest, open to professional chefs and culinary students throughout the U.S., will award prizes up to $30,000 for the most innovative uses of cow’s milk cheeses from California during a bake-off …
As inflation and fluctuating global economics raise concern for Americans and California farmers, watch this brief interview with world-renowned economic forecaster Marci Rossell. Dr. Rossell recently addressed pistachio growers, processors and marketers at the annual Conference of American Pistachio Growers and shared some enlightening insights regarding the difference in today’s economic dynamics from the recessions of the past. Special Thanks …
The Governor of California recently issued an Executive Order allowing local water districts to utilize floodwater for groundwater recharge purposes, a record amount of which will take place on California farmland. This is desperately needed and welcomed by farmers and other water users all over the state that have suffered decades of drought conditions. Watch this brief interview with Adam …
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) 2nd Dairy Innovation Awards 2023 are now open for registration. Entries in all categories can be submitted until June 1, through the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2023 registration website. With a focus on sustainable and community led initiatives, as well as new product development and innovative practices, entries are invited in 9 categories: Innovation in sustainable farming …
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), Consortium for Common Food Names (CCFN), U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and a coalition of other dairy stakeholders have prevailed in their ongoing battle to protect the right of producers to use generic names in the U.S. market. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit upheld the prior decisions of the U.S. …
Leaders of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB) and the United Dairy Industry Association recently announced election results to lead national dairy checkoff strategies and programs to protect and grow dairy sales and trust. “I’m honored to join my fellow farmers and importers across the country as we work together to advance a successful …
