Below are some of the reasons you should be reading this issue of Progressive Dairyman. Watch for this same graphic in upcoming issues for more reasons to read.
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Reflect on the language of farming. Are your family farming memories similar to those of Ryan Dennis? pg. 35 |
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See how two producers make purchasing decisions on their operations. What can you be doing differently? pg. 25 |
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Look at milk protein concentrates another way. What does Ben Yale want all producers to agree on regarding MPCs? pg. 13 |
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Find out which stories were the most read on Progressive Dairyman’s website. Which one did you like the most? pg. 50-57 |
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Discover how to work with your lender during difficult times. What should you remember when requesting credit? pg. 16 |
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Review the speaker presentation summaries from the American Bankers Association conference. What are the experts saying about the economy? pg. 15 |
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Check in on the latest Proud to Dairy news. What is the newest feature on the site and how can you get involved? pg. 11 |
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Compare yourself to a squirrel. What things can we learn from the creatures most famous for being prepared? pg. 18 |
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Find out what the major new events were that impacted the dairy industry in 2010. Which event impacted you the most? pg. 44-48 |
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See the results of the Southern Region Dairy Challenge. How can you apply to your dairy what the students learned from the competition? pg. 12 |
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Read about a new way to show your appreciation to your employees this Christmas. pg. 39 |
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Find out Yevet Tenney’s explanation of the symbols of the Christmas story. She doesn’t explain candy canes and ornaments, but the significance of the story in Luke 2. pg. 58 |
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Discover what 45 youth learned during PDPW’s Leadership Derby. Where can you see more photos and find out more information? pg. 32 |
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Be afraid of the boogey man. Read about a couple forced out of the dairy business because of stray voltage problems. pg. 28 |
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Analyze your parlor. In which four areas should you be taking a closer look? pg. 22 |
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Read City Boy’s rendition of the 12 Days of Christmas, then watch it online. pg. 66 |
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See Baxter Black’s column for a comparison between two very different dairymen. Who does Baxter support? pg. 76 |
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View photos from PDPW’s Dairying Duo: Herdsperson Training. What topics were covered during the workshop? pg. 31 |
