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    White House unveils guidance on slashing methane, super pollutant emissions

    The U.S. is taking new steps to better track and reduce the greenhouse gasses in industries including agriculture.

    By Zoya Mirza • July 26, 2024
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    Danone partners with Microsoft to scale AI projects

    The dairy giant said it aims to upskill 100,000 of its workers as part of the tech-driven collaboration.

    By Chris Casey • July 25, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    As the sector anxiously awaits a farm bill, producers are expected to take advantage of new opportunities in renewable energy and regenerative agriculture.

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    Nestlé develops technology to reduce fat in dairy ingredients

    The food and beverage giant said the process cuts fat in milk powder by up to 60% without compromising on quality, taste and texture.

    By Christopher Doering • July 24, 2024
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    Sixth human case of bird flu in Colorado confirmed

    A seventh case is pending confirmation after a worker was exposed to infected chickens at a separate farm in the state.

    By • July 23, 2024
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    Snacking propels annual dairy sales to $76B: CoBank

    Consumer interest in cheese, yogurt and other refrigerated dairy items has grown as the shoppers become more averse to processed foods.

    By Chris Casey • July 23, 2024
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    A TikTok ban could hurt farm groups’ efforts to reach Gen Z

    Meat and dairy industries have poured millions of dollars into promotional campaigns to reach younger audiences.

    By • July 11, 2024
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    Colorado poultry farm kills 1.8M chickens after bird flu outbreak

    The state, which recently reported its first human case tied to dairy cattle, declared a disaster emergency.

    By • July 11, 2024
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    How Michigan is dealing with bird flu in dairy cows and humans

    As another human contracts the virus, the state’s response may serve as an example for others navigating the challenges of a novel disease outbreak.

    By • July 8, 2024
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    Cal-Maine buys egg producer for $110M to grow presence in the Northeast

    The purchase of ISE America expands the company’s dominant position in the protein with the addition of nearly 5 million egg-laying hens to its portfolio.

    By Chris Casey • July 1, 2024
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    Bird flu survived pasteurization of heavily infected milk: study

    Researchers said the findings should not be used to draw conclusions about the safety of the nation’s retail milk supply.

    By • June 25, 2024
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    Inside the dairies with bird flu: What farms’ experiences say about the need for biosecurity

    A USDA survey of affected dairy farms revealed lapses in sanitation and equipment handling.

    By • June 20, 2024
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    Wyoming becomes 12th state to report bird flu in dairy cows

    As the outbreak widens, Iowa is urging the Biden administration to compensate farmers for lost milk production.

    By • June 11, 2024
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    Bird flu in dairy cattle reported for first time in Iowa, Minnesota as outbreak spreads

    Cases have now been detected in herds across 11 states as public health officials scramble to scale biosecurity measures on farms.

    By • Updated June 6, 2024
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    Opinion

    The critical climate action meat and dairy companies should prioritize now

    To quickly curb the rate of global warming, businesses can prioritize acting on one of their largest sources of supply chain emissions — methane.

    By Meryl Richards and Vrashabh Kapate • June 5, 2024
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    USDA pilot to track bird flu in dairy herds

    Under the voluntary program, participating farms can bypass certain animal shipment requirements if herds test negative for three consecutive weeks.

    By • June 3, 2024
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    USDA launches child summer nutrition programs

    Some 32 states are participating in the agency’s slate of SUN Programs, which includes a permanent Summer EBT initiative.

    By Anna Merod • May 31, 2024
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    Third US dairy farmworker infected with bird flu

    The case marks the first time an individual reported respiratory symptoms, though health officials say the general risk to the public remains low. 

    By • May 30, 2024
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    Bioenergy Devco, growing anaerobic digestion company, names new CEO

    An executive with 25 years of experience in the energy sector will take over the company as it pursues dozens of new projects.

    By Jacob Wallace • May 30, 2024
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    Bird flu found in beef from US dairy cow as outbreak intensifies

    The positive result comes as the virus spreads to more farms, including an Iowa egg operation that is killing 4.2 million commercial layer chickens.

    By • May 29, 2024
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    USDA expands bird flu support to more dairy farms

    The department will offer payments to any producer who implements biosecurity plans, not just to those reporting positive cases.

    By • May 24, 2024
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    Second US dairy farm worker tests positive for bird flu

    The CDC says the risk to the general public remains low, but underscored the importance of precautions for farmhands.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    Major US egg producer lays off hundreds after bird flu outbreak

    Herbruck’s Poultry Ranch is cutting positions in Michigan, where the virus has accelerated both in poultry and dairy cattle.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    USDA wants to make it easier for farms to go organic

    The department is investing an extra $10 million to expand market opportunities and help producers transition their operations.

    By • May 20, 2024
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    Mass Energy Works, Clean Energy Fuels to build 9 dairy digesters in $130M venture

    The agreement is set to produce an estimated 4 million gallons of renewable natural gas from cattle manure per year. 

    By • May 16, 2024
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    How dairy farms should interpret CDC guidance on bird flu

    Farmers should not see the agency’s biosecurity recommendations as a “one-size-fits-all” solution, a veterinarian and public health expert said.

    By • May 15, 2024