2026 PDP Managers Academy for Dairy Professionals Heads to Puerto Rico
Executive-level training, out-of-industry tours and more in store for Jan. 20-22 program DAIRY NEWS – Sustainable growth and business transitions are the goal of most dairy operations, but few have a formal plan to ensure success through change and transition. The 2026 Managers Academy for Dairy Professionals® is presented by Professional Dairy Producers® (PDP). It will […]
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A Proactive Approach to Managing Bird Flu in Dairy Operations
Words no producer wants to hear: Cows at the neighboring dairy have the bird flu virus September 17, 2025 – Mike Valadao of Valadao Dairy in Hanford, Calif., knew highly pathogenic avian influenza type A H5N1 (more commonly known as bird flu) was coming his way after hearing reports of neighboring dairies experiencing symptoms. He knew it […]
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Revenue—More Than Milk for the Modern Dairy
How to diversify with alternative profit lines As dairy margins tighten, many producers may consider diversifying their business operations to generate alternative profit lines. The profitability of these ventures may hinge on choosing between competing and complementing diversified businesses. “While milk still accounts for the majority of revenue on dairies, we are seeing more and […]
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