To Nebraska Dairy Farmers and all Stakeholders,
At the end of March, I will be retiring after working with ag associations in Nebraska for about 25 years, the past 8 years with Midwest Dairy and the Nebraska State Dairy Association.
While the industry has had ups and downs, the resilience that this industry has is remarkable. I want to thank everyone for the support you have shown. The joint efforts of Midwest Dairy and the NSDA has provided a foundation to work together to build and strengthen dairy in Nebraska.
Dairy has a great bond with the University through Dairy Extension, the State of Nebraska Departments of Agriculture and Economic Development, AFAN and the other commodities, and with many in the business community. As Kris Bousquet moves into this position, I look forward to watching what exciting things can continue to develop.
This is not “Goodbye” but “see you down the road,” as our paths continue to cross.
Thanks again to everyone for all your support.
Rod Johnson
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April 24, 2019
10:00 am
Platte County Extension Office
Dr. Jan Shearer, DVM, MS - Dairy Extension Iowa State University will be providing information on lameness and foot problems.
Registration is only $30 per person and can be paid at the door the day of the workshop.
For the agenda and to register visit go.unl.edu/hoofcare
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The Nebraska State Dairy Association Announces 2019 Officers and New Board Members
The Nebraska State Dairy Association met on February 27, 2019 in Columbus, Neb. During this meeting the 2019 NSDA officers were voted upon and approved.
President - Bill Thiele, Clearwater
Vice President - Mike Guenther, Beemer
Secretary/Treasurer - Roger Sprakel, Crofton
New members to the NSDA board include
Heath Snodgrass - Royal, replacing Linda Hodorff of Broken Bow
Bob Larson - Creston replacing Rick Larson of Creston
Other NSDA board members include
Dwaine Junck, Carroll
Jason Nuttelman, Stromsburg
Brooke Engelman, Jansen
Erin Marotz, UNL/Wahoo
Ex-officio members include
Kim Clark, Nebraska Dairy Extension
Paul Kononoff, UNL Animal Science
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Dairy Farmers Travel to Washington D.C. to Discuss Industry Priorities
(Washington D.C.) – Twenty-four meetings in 48 hours is what six dairy farmers from Midwestern dairy State Trade Associations of Iowa, South Dakota and Nebraska accomplished on an annual joint trip to Washington, D.C. on March 6-7. The purpose of the trip was to build relationships, advocate for legislation on behalf of dairy farmers and ensure proper implementation of federal government programs.
Dairy farmers met with Senate Ag Committee staff, Farm Service Agency, congressmen/women, senators and more. The top issues discussed included Farm Bill implementation, trade, whole milk in schools, and workforce development, labor and immigration.
“We spent two days discussing our current issues in dairy and agriculture,” said Bill Thiele, a Nebraska Dairy Farmer. “It was a very enjoyable experience and the representatives were receptive. It was great to bring a unified voice to Washington on behalf of dairy farmers across the Midwest.”
Dairy farmers in attendance included Robert Horst and Lee Maassen, Iowa; Bob & Kelsey Larson and Bill Thele, Nebraska; and Marv Post, South Dakota.
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The Nebraska Division of Midwest Dairy will be awarding the following educational scholarships:
- College sophomores through seniors with a future career in dairy are eligible for one $1,500 and one $1,000 award. When answering the essay question on future career plans, please describe how your education will be used to support the dairy community.
- Students pursing any college major/degree are eligible for one of five $500 awards.
The online application is due April 15, 2019. Recipients will be notified by May 15, 2019.
For a list of eligibility requirements and to complete the online application, click here.
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