January 26, 2015

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Antibiotics, bacteria found in feedlot dust


 After testing dust in the air near cattle feedlots in the Southern High Plains, researchers at The Institute of Environmental & Human Health at Texas Tech University found evidence of antibiotics, feedlot-derived bacteria and DNA sequences that encode for antibiotic resistance.


The study was published online Jan. 22 in the National Institutes of Environmental Science's peer-reviewed journal, Environmental Health Perspectives. The research was funded through a grant from Texas Tech's College of Arts & Sciences. It is the first study documenting aerial transmission of antibiotic resistance from an open-air farm setting.


Phil Smith, an associate professor of terrestrial ecotoxicology at the institute, noted that while scientists couldn't assess if the amounts of these materials were dangerous to human health, it helped explain a previously uncharacterized pathway by which antibiotic-resistant bacteria could travel long distances into places inhabited by humans.

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Milk comparisons not so straigthforward  


 Consumers perceive that organic cow's milk differs from conventionally produced milk and that these differences justify the premium price of organic milk.


In a review published in the Journal of Dairy Science, researchers in New Zealand found that the differences between organic and conventional milk are not so straightforward.


Reviewing almost 200 publications, the researchers concluded that previously conducted controlled studies investigating whether differences exist between organic and conventionally produced milk have so far been largely ambiguous, due principally to the complexity of the research question and the number of factors and variables that can influence milk composition.


"This review presents one of the most detailed treatises to date of organic versus conventional milk composition," said Dr. Matt Lucy, a professor of animal science at the University of Missouri and editor-in-chief of the Journal of Dairy Science.

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Evaluating the economics of climate risk for Midwest ag

Extreme weather events could become the "new norm" for Midwest region if the U.S. stays on its current greenhouse gas emission pathway, according to a risk-assessment analysis report released by the Risky Business Project.

Heat in the Heartland: Climate Change and Economic Risk in the Midwest details how the impact of changing climate could possible disrupt the Midwest's agriculture economy.


"A changing climate will present new risks and new opportunities as we face the complex task of producing enough food, feed and fuel for a world on its way to 9 billion people. Given the importance of the Midwestern United States to the world's agricultural production, it would be irresponsible to dismiss these projections lightly," said Greg Page, Cargill executive chairman and Risky Business Project Risk Committee member.


The report shows that communities, industries, and properties across the region face profound risks from climate change. These impacts could affect transportation, labor productivity, energy use and agriculture. However, the report concludes that the most severe risks can still be avoided through early investments in resilience, and through immediate action to reduce the pollution that causes global warming.


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Census of ag data shows ag leaders 
 
 The U.S. Department of Agriculture released its analysis of statistics from the 2012 Census of Agriculture as they relate to Congressional districts, and Nebraska's third Congressional district which encompasses the western three-fourths of the state marked the top of the list with 54,806 total farm operators and 35,850 farms.


Oklahoma had two districts in the top 10, as well as Missouri's sixth and fourth Congressional district at tenth and eleventh, respectively.


When it comes to who owns farms, the census revealed that Montana's At Large district has a total of 3,509 farms declared as corporations and 2,320 as partnerships and Iowa's third district which covers the southwest portion of the state roughly from Des Moines to the Nebraska and Missouri border follows ranking second in corporations with a total of 3,282 farms and Nebraska's first district with 2,857.


Family or individual operations make up 30,272 in Nebraska's third district, followed by the western side of Minnesota in its seventh district with 29,025.


The notion that the majority of government payments goes to southern producers doesn't match up with reality, as North Dakota's at large congressional district ranked first in the total number of government payments received at a total of $381,710,000 for 24,790 farms, followed by Iowa's fourth congressional district which covers the northwest part of the state of $321,228,000 for 27,425 farms.

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ADSA and Related Happenings



 

JAM 2015 Updates

JAM 2015 Call for Abstracts Reminder and Housing Information
 The abstract submission site for JAM 2015 is open! To submit your abstract visit http://www.jtmtg.org/JAM/2015/call.asp. Submission instructions, quality standards, answers to frequently asked questions, and student competition guidelines are available on the page. The deadline for abstract submission is March 3, 2015, at 11:59 pm (Central Time). In addition, the JAM housing page is now open: simply click on the Hotel Information tab on the JAM website to make your reservation online.

Visit the JAM website often (http://www.jtmtg.org/2015) for the latest meeting information.

The JAM 2015 scientific program will feature 2,200 oral and poster presentations from around the globe. Make sure yours is included, as 3,500 scientists from 50 countries meet in Orlando. Benefit from symposia, workshops, and pre-conference events presented by the world's leading animal and dairy scientists. Topics include animal health and well-being, dairy food science, dairy production, animal and human nutrition, livestock transport, food safety, and production and management. A full list of Symposia and workshops with information about each of theme is available by clicking here. As always, the success of JAM begins with the quality of the science presented-we look forward to your contributions to this global gathering of animal and dairy scientists.

It's Not too Late to Renew (or Join)

While we are well into January, if you forgot to renew your ADSA membership you can still do it.  We have highlighted many of the benefits of membership in recent weeks such as the Discover Conferences, S-PAC, networking opportunities, our Issues Spokespersons, You Tube Channel,  member discounts for the annual meeting and more in addition to receiving our top rated Journal of Dairy Science.  Be sure that you continue to receive them through the coming year by renewing today. If you are not already a member we hope that you find the many ADSA benefits of interest.  Now is a great time to join and take advantage of all these member benefits and joining. In order to serve our members, and potential members more efficiently, we are continuing to offer online dues renewal.


https://secure.fass.org/dues.asp

If you prefer to renew with a printed form, a PDF can be downloaded.

 


Are You Part of ADSA® on Linked In

Our ADSA Linked In group continues to grow. We currently have 1,154 members from around the world, are you one of them? It's a great place to network with other dairy professionals from around the world.  Check it out here.

 
 

Would you like to help the animal and dairy science
community and attend JAM 2015 for free?

Referrals are the most tried-and-true way businesses grow, and the same is true for the Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS). Do you know a colleague working with an animal science group that is in need of high-quality, cost-effective support services? Help them out by referring them to Jamie Ritter, FASS Executive Director at jamier@assochq.org .


Help them benefit from the shared resource concept and the 264 years of collective experience the FASS staff have in working with non-profit animal science organizations. If your referral becomes a FASS customer prior to July 1, 2015, ADSA will comp your registration to the 2015 JAM. It's win-win-win. For more information about services offered by FASS, click here.

ADSA is a founding member of FASS.

 

A Reminder for ADSA Members- Candidate nominations for the national ADSA Board are being requested

The quality of our Board leadership is essential to the well-being of our organization, so please consider carefully the qualifications and interests of prospective officers. Every member has the opportunity and responsibility to select officers for the Association. You are urged to submit nominations for:

  • Vice President from the Production Division (one-year term; followed by service as President for the 2016-2017 term, then Past President, then Past-Past President).
  • One Director from the Dairy Foods Division to serve for three (3) years - 2015-2018.
  • One Director from the Production Division to serve for three (3) years - 2015-2018.

NOMINATIONS ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 9, 2015.

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS REQUIRED FOR NOMINATION:
ADSA office you are nominating the candidate for:
Candidate Name:
Company/Organization:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
Email:

Please e-mail your nomination to carat@assochq.org; indicating 2015 election and the division name you are nominating for in the subject line. If necessary, you may also fax nominations to 217-398-4119, or mail nominations to:

Officer Nominations
American Dairy Science Association
1800 S Oak St Ste 100
Champaign, IL 61821

Thank you for your participation in the ADSA Board nomination process! 

Dates to Note:

 

Jan 27-29, 2015   HACCP for Dairy Operations, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY for more information  Steve Murphy 607-255-2893 or Louise Felker  607-255-7098


Feb. 2-4, 2015   26th Annual Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium, Gainesville, Fla. For more information, click here.

Feb 4, 2015   Dairy Basics: Fundamentals of Food Safety. Penn State University. University Park, PA. Contact: Kerry Kaylegian, kek14@psu.edu, 814-867-1379. Course website: http://agsci.psu.edu/dairy-basics/safety


 Feb. 18-20, 2015   Virginia State Feed Association and Nutritional Management Cow College, The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Roanoke, VA. For more information, click here. 


Feb. 24-25, 2015   Wisconsin Process Cheese Seminar, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205 Register On-line & Payment


Feb. 24-26, 2015  Dairy NACCP Workshop, Penn State University, University Park, PA. Contact Kerry Kaylegian, kek14@psu.edu, 814-867-1379, Course website: http://agsci.psu.edu/dairy-haccp


Mar 2-3, 2015   NYS Cheese Manufacturers' Association, Double-Tree Hotel, Syracuse, NY For more information contact Janene Lucia 607-255-2893


Mar 3-5, 2015  Western Dairy Management Conference, John Ascuaga's Nugget, Reno, NV. For more information, click here.


Mar 10-13, 2015   The 33rd Western Canadian Dairy Seminar. Sheraton Red Deer, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. For more information, click here.

Mar 23-26, 2015    NIAA Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN For more information click here


Mar 23-27, 2015 6th    Pan Commonwealth Veterinary Conference of the CVA and the 27th Congress of the Veterinary Association of Malaysia, The Royale Chulan Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. For registration and more information click here,


Mar 23-27, 2015    Cheese Tech Short Course, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here.


Mar 23-27, 2015    Tharp & Young Ice Cream Course, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY For more information contact   Deanna Simons 607-254-4882 or Janene Lucia 607-255-2892


Mar 30-Apr 1, 2015    2015 Dairy Calf and Heifer Association Annual Meeting*, Madison, WI For more information click here.


Mar 30 - Apr 3, 2015   From Waste to Worth: Advancing Sustainability in Animal Agriculture- Seattle, WA. For more information  click here.

 

Apr 7-9, 2015   Membrane Filtration, Evaporation & Drying Technology Short Course, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, For more information contact Tristan Zuber  607-227-7398 or Louise Felker 607-255-7098


April 13-15, 2015   Congress on Gastrointestinal Function, Gleacher Center, Chicago. For more information, click here.

Apr 14-16, 2015  High Temperature Short Time (HTST) Pasteurizer Workshop, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. For more information, contact Steve Murphy 607-255-2893 or Louise Felker 607-255-7098.

Apr 20 - 22, 2015   Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference, Grand Wayne Center, Fort Wayne, IN. For more information click here

 

Apr 26-30, 2015    World of Cheese, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here


May 5, 2015   Cleaning and Sanitation, UW Madison, 1605 Linden Dr., Madison WI
Download a copy of the brochure and register for the short course


May 6, 2015   HACCP, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here 


May 8-10, 2015   4th International Symposium on Dairy Cow Nutrition and Milk Quality, Friendship Hotel, Beijing, China. For more information, click here. 

May 12-13, 2015    Applied Dairy Chemistry, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, 1605 Linden Dr., Madison WI Download a copy of the brochure and register for the short course


May 19-21, 2015    Basic Dairy Science & Sanitation Workshop, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, For more information contact Kim Bukowski 607-254-3313 or Louise Felker 607-255-7098


May 26-29, 2015    29th Discover Conference - "Amino Acid Requirements of Dairy Cattle", Eaglewood Resort & Spa, Itasca, Il. For more information click here

 

June 2-4, 2015    Cheese Grading Short Course, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here


June 9-11, 2015    Science of Yogurt & Fermented Dairy Products Workshop (Basic), Cornell University, Ithaca, NY  14853 For more information contact Tristan Zuber 607-227-7398 or Louise Felker 607-255-7098


June 15-18, 2015  17th International Symposium of the World Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (WAVLD), Saskatoon, Sask. For more information, click here.

June 16-18, 2015    Advanced Science of Yogurt & Fermented Dairy Products Workshop, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. For more information contact Tristan Zuber  607-254-3313 or Louise Felker 607-255-7098


June 24-25, 2015  2015 Precision Dairy Conference and Expo, Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, MN. For more information contact Marcia Endres, PHD, 612-624-5391 or miendres@umn.edu. For more information, click here.

July 9-12, 2015   2015 Interbull Annual Meeting, Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, FL. For more information, click here or here.

July 11-18, 2015  ADGA National Show, Deschutes County Expo Center, Redmond, OR. For more information contact American Dairy Goat Association, PO Box 865, Spindale, NC 28160; 828-286-3801 or adga@adga.org or www.ADGA.org


July 12-16, 2015    2015 ADSA- ASAS Joint Annual Meeting (JAM)*, Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, Orlando, FL. For more information click here


July 20-23, 2015  Certified Milk Inspector's School in Association with NY State Agriculture & Markets, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY. For more information contact Janene Lucia 607-255-2892 or Steve Murphy 607-255-2893


Aug 4-5, 2015  Milk Pasteurization, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, 1605 Linden Dr., Madison WI

Download a copy of the brochure and register for the short course


 Aug 18-20, 2015   HACCP for Dairy Operations, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY for more information. Steve Murphy 607-255-2893 or Louise Felker 607-255-7098.


Aug. 20-21, 2015   Mid-South Ruminant Nutrition Conference, Embassy Suites, DFW, Grapevine, TX. For more information, click here. 


Sept 6-8, 2015    NYS Cheese Manufacturers' Association .Annual Fall Meeting, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Lake Placid, NY, for more information contact Janene Lucia  607-255-2892


Sept 8-9, 2015    Cultured Dairy Products Short Course UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here


Sept 15-17, 2015   Fluid Milk Processing for Quality& Safety, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, For more information contact Steve Murphy607-255-2893 or Janene Lucia607-255-2892


Sept 16-17, 2015   The 76th Minnesota Nutrition Conference, Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake, MN. For more information, click here. 

Sept 21-24, 2015    NYS Association for Food Protection Annual Conference/FDA NE Regional Update, Syracuse, NY, For more information contact Janene Lucia  607-255-2892


Sept 22-24, 2015    Master Artisan Short Course Series, UW Madison,  For more information click here


Sept 29-Oct. 3, 2015   World Dairy Expo "Dairy in our DNA", Madison, WI. For more information, click here.


 Oct 12-16, 2015    Cheese Tech Short Course, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here


Oct 13-15, 2015   High Temperature Short Time (HTST) Pasteurizer Workshop, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, For more information contact Steve Murphy 607-255-2893 or  Janene Lucia  607-255-2892


Oct 14-18, 2015   ADGA Annual Convention, The Riverside Hotel, Boise, ID. For more information contact American Dairy Goat Assn. PO Box 865, Spindale NC 28160, 828-286-3801 or adga@adga.org or www.ADGA.org

 

Oct 20-21, 2015   Dairy Ingredient Applications, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here


Oct 22-28, 2015  119th IUSAHA-AAVLD Annual Meeting, Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, RI. For more information, click here.


 Oct 26, 2015  Vat Pasteurization Workshop in Association with NYS Agriculture & Markets, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, For more information contact  Rob Ralyea 607-255-7643 or  Janene Lucia 607-255-2892


Oct 27-28, 2015    Basic Cheese Making Workshop, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, For more information contact Rob Ralyea607-255-7643 or Janene Lucia607-255-2892


Nov 2-5, 2015   30th Discover Conference. Creating an enduring US dairy production sector, Eaglewood Resort & Spa, Itasca, IL. For more information, click here. 

Nov 5-7, 2015    Cheese Grading Short Course, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, Room 205, For more information click here


Nov 11-12, 2015 PA Dairy Cattle Nutrition Workshop. For more information, click here.

Dec 2-4, 2015   Ice Cream Makers Short Course, UW Madison, Babcock Hall, 1605 Linden Dr., Madison WI Download a copy of the brochure and register for the short course


June 20-24, 2016 13th International Colloquium on Paratuberculosis*, Nantes, France, For more information click here


*An S-PAC Partner Conference


If your organization's conference isn't among the ever growing list that contribute proceedings and presentations to S-PAC®, ask your conference organizer to contact Ken Olson for more information about the benefits of participation.


If you would like to have an event included in the "Dates to Note," please contact Ken Olson.

 

Thanks to our Corporate Sustaining members for their ongoing support of ADSA and the Journal of Dairy Science®.

Arm & Hammer Animal Nutrition

Adisseo North America

Alltech

Akey, Inc.

Elanco Animal Health

Pfizer Animal Health

Pioneer
 Varied Industries Corp.

SoyPLUS / SoyChlor

Diamond V Mills Inc

Kent Feeds

Grande Cheese Co.

Danisco USA Inc

Land O'Lakes Inc

Kraft Foods

GEA Farm Technologies (Westfalia/Surge)

Prince Agri Products

Novus International

BioZyme Inc.

Ag Processing Inc.

Darling International Research

Performance Products, Inc.

MIN-AD, Inc.

Quali Tech

Zook Nutrition & Management

Swedish Univ. of Agri. Sciences

 

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