Milk Dating Drawbacks Highlighted by USDA Study
The USDA report reviews milk dating rules across 34 areas. It finds day of the week dating increases returns and handling, reduces on hand stock, and raises costs for dealers. Coded dates mirror undated practices. consumer understanding drives differences in milk flow and waste.
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Harvest Of Tobacco Crop Begins In County
Tobacco harvest starts on a limited scale with widespread cutting not yet underway. Yields look good in fields cut, with rapid growth from recent rains and warm weather. Frost could affect later crops. corn yields are strong, green tomatoes moving to receivers, potatoes high volume, peaches and apples in volume with excellent quality, crop service revisions indicate a bumper statewide season.
Penn State Holstein Sets 14 Year Old Milk Record
In Brattleboro Vermont an aged Holstein owned by Pennsylvania State University, University Park, set a new Pennsylvania butterfat record. Marksman Star 2569786 (EX) produced 19,401 pounds of milk and 775 pounds of butterfat in a 365 day period. The cow, bred in the herd of her present owner, is a daughter of Glenaiton Marksman 888511 (GP) and the record follows Heid Improvement Registry rules.
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Holstein-Friasian Association of America
National Holstein Organization
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This Week Expands Free Agriculture Policy Aim
This week coverage notes expansion of basic agriculture policy to strengthen unity and security in America. The article highlights rural growth and national resilience through farming support measures.
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