Updated from an original article written by Jim Hilker, Adam J. Kantrovich, John James. Dairy Export Council. Just like many other businesses, farms may be set-up in one or more business structure(s). Learn more about us. It works to influence public policies that will maintain the viability of Canadian dairy producers and promotes the health benefits of dairy products. . 0000004678 00000 n . Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA) is a national milk marketing cooperative in the United States. Inspired by our commitment to producing quality milk, this is your destination for discovering the best that Canada has to offer. ""###$$%%&%%%%%%%%%%$$$%&&(''&&''('()**+*****+,-//..///00001111222222221111233444444444444433333345667789:;;:989999:::::::::;;;:;;<<<>>>>????@@@@@@@@@@AAAABBCCCBCCDDEDCCCCDEBBBBAAAAAAAAAAAA@@@@@AAABBAAAA@@@@AAAABBBBAAAA@@BBBBBA@?AABBBBAAAAAAA@@@@@AABBAABCDCAAABAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABBAABBCCCCCCCCCCBBBBBBBBCCCCCCCCCCCCCDDDCCCCCCCCDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDCCCBBAAABBCDDDCCCCCDDDDEEEEFFFEEEEDFFFFFFFFGGGGGGGGFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFEEEEDEEEEEEEEDDDDDCCCDDDDDDDDCDDEEDDCCCCBBBBABAA@?>>=? Pat has worked for DFA since 2009 and has held a variety of leadership roles, including president of DFAs legacy Fluid Milk and Ice Cream Division. In addition, they plant row crops and hay on more than 1,000 acres and manage 850 acres of pastureland. In 2010, Randy received the Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors Foundation Dairy Leader Award, and in 2011, he received the Missouri Governors Award for Agricultural Achievement. Additionally, Gary serves as president of the California Creamery Operators Association. 1250. He currently serves on the Membership and Farm Services committee. Brian owns and operates Tuleview Holsteins with his family. At Dairy Farmers of Canada, delicious milk is just the beginning. Prior to coming to DFA, he spent 15 years with Dean Foods, holding several positions, including regional chief financial officer and vice president of finance for the Fresh Dairy Direct Division. For 2022, Fitch projects DFA's EBITDA around $540 million, slightly lower than 2021, reflecting inflationary cost pressures. Handyhills milks 120 cows and has 1,000 acres of corn, beans, alfalfa and grass for forage. This information is for educational purposes only. Jack joined DFA in 2007 as director of human resources, administration and benefits. The Hulls grow corn and hay, and they also raise angus calves and replacement heifers. Byron has served on Midwest Dairys division board since 1998 and on its corporate board for more than 10 years. Members must treat retained patronage and capital retains as income for tax purposes. Take a minute to discover what makes our culture so special and check out our open positions. This devastating downturn has led many dairy farmers to consider exiting the dairy business. The group has represented Canadian dairy farmers since 1934. We have an incredible team of employees who bring our mission to life every day. [2], DFA was formed in 1998 through the merger of four dairy cooperatives: the Southern region of Associated Milk Producers Inc.; Mid-America Dairymen Inc.; Milk Marketing Inc.; and Western Dairymen Cooperative Inc.[3] Since then, five other cooperatives have become a part of DFA Independent Cooperative Milk Producers Association, Valley of Virginia Milk Producers Association, California Cooperative Creamery, Black Hills Milk Producers and Dairylea Cooperative Inc.[4][5][6][7] Its headquarters from 1998 until 2017 was near Kansas City International Airport in Kansas City, Missouri. Prior to joining DFA in 2015, Jeff spent 29 years with Dean Foods in various roles, including vice president of IT corporate functions. 0000006109 00000 n Glanbia nutritionals John and Nancy were awarded the Mideast Young Couple award in 1998. He runs Diamond Valley Dairy LLC with his three sons and wife, Sharon. [12], In February 2020, DFA agreed to buy a substantial part of Dean Foods, the largest U.S. milk producer, for $433 million. 32% of Dairy Farmers of America employees are women, while 68% are men. Therefore, the sale of feed and crop inventory, feeder livestock, milk, and supplies are all taxed as ordinary farm income and is also subject to self-employment (SE) tax which is typically at 15.3 percent up to $132,900 of taxable income. U2dw#K?\]_S&!L2;YC The Medicare portion of SE is taxed at 2.9 percent for all self-employed income even above $132,900. Rick, along with his wife, Carol, and sons, Greg, Marcus and Wade, milk 7,000 cows at two locations and farm 4,000 acres of corn and alfalfa near Greeley, Colo. Rick and his family also operate a 4,000-head feedlot where they finish out the steers and crossbreds from the dairy. Dennis serves as president and chief executive officer. Sell the machinery and equipment that are used to make hay and silage once you have enough feed inventory on-hand for the remaining livestock. He currently serves as chairman of the Piedmont Soil and Water Conservation District and the Amelia County Planning Commission. He also has served on the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board and is a member of the Dairy MAX Western Dairy Association Promotion Board. Brad, who is a fourth-generation farmer, began dairying in 1982. Ivy Lakes Dairy, formerly Hathorn Farms, has been named a Dairy of Distinction by the Northeast Dairy Farm Beautification Program since 1980 and has been recognized by the Empire State Milk Quality Council with the Super Milk Award since 1998. John has served as vice president of the New Mexico Dairy Producers board and as secretary for DFAs Southwest Area Council, where he has been active on the corporate Fluid Marketing and Public Policy Committee, as well as the hauling, membership, finance and plant committees. Thats why DFA is committed to helping where we can through our DFA Cares Foundation, which was created by our family farmer-owners to help meet this increased need. patronage retain or per-unit capital retain for the coming year may be sufficient to satisfy the new requirement. Rance Miles, CEO of Select Milk Producers said, "This partnership began two decades ago with the creation of the Southwest Cheese JV by bringing dairy farmers, processors and local communities together to achieve beneficial results for all. We are a purpose-driven cooperative, working to enrich communities and consumers' lives through all the possibilities of dairy. Alan is also a member of DFAs Executive Committee. A part of DFAs management team since 2007, he previously served as executive vice president of DFA and president of council operations and Ingredient Solutions. [13], In 2008, the Dairy Farmers of America and two former executives agreed to pay $12 million to settle Commodity Futures Trading Commission charges for attempting to manipulate the Class III milk futures contract and exceeding speculative position limits in that contract.[14]. Even having a straight sale of assets requires planning and negotiating. He is a past president of the South Box Elder County Farm Bureau. The most common ethnicity at Dairy Farmers of America is White (69%). As of Dec. 31, 2020, DFA had not drawn on its $725 million five-year unsecured credit facility that matures in November 2024 with a $250 million accordion feature. Farms with his wife, Holly, and son, Luke. MWC, a $470m cheese and whey plant in St. Johns, Michigan, began receiving milk this week from local farmers, marking the first day of operations for the facility and beginning of the commissioning phase. Photos: Milk donation Employees of Remarkable Liquids repackage milk into boxes on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, in Guilderland Center, N.Y. Price Chopper/Market 32 partnered with dairy farm cooperative, Dairy Farmers of America, Garelick Farms and Remarkable Liquids to donate and repackage nearly 5,000 gallons of milk that will then be donated to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. Before joining DFA, she led Embarqs finance department until it was acquired by CenturyLink. Bruce is a fifth-generation farmer and has been dairying since 1980. Land may have substantial equity above the mortgaged or debt amount and have unique sale procedures to be met with the creditors. Craig is a former DFA Young Cooperator, and he and Katharine have been in the dairy business for more than 40 years. When some assets are sold for a profit, a capital gain/(loss) is generated. In 2020, Larry was named chairman of the U.S. Jerrel and his wife, Alma Jean, have been dairying since 1984 on the farm started by her grandfather. Dairy Farmers of America. Ron has served as treasurer for the Mountain Area Council for 16 years. Most recently, he served as chief executive officer of Tree Top, Inc., a fruit cooperative in the Pacific Northwest. The equities and retains are tax-free when distributed back to the farm in later years assuming they were taxed when issued. Jay currently serves on a number of industry leadership groups and company boards. The variety of creative exit options can be dramatically different from one another depending on your needs, flexibility and the prospective buyers/renters needs and capabilities. They are kept back by the cooperative as equities or retains to provide capital to build and carry on business activities. The dairy received the Innovation Center for U.S. He also served in milk supply, operations and procurement roles for Dean Foods. Gain from dispositions of certain depreciable property, depreciation recapture. Prior to joining DFA, he served in leadership roles in the area of food safety, quality assurance, regulatory and science for National Milk Producers Federation, International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) and most recently with SchreiberFoods as vice president of industry and regulatory affairs. Randy was elected chairman of DFAs Board of Directors in 2010 and is a member of DFAs Executive Committee. Before that, he held the position of audit manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP, then divisional controller at Freightquote.com. A partial sale option can be used by selling some assets that are not critical to the core business activity(ies), especially if they are not generating income. 0000003893 00000 n =(jauvc:45?4$[6m^q:[;HVHM(:)Rd.iVahlut#?S gz]+4)*gogQv&}Fc- o'r.`nY42 Chris also served on the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission for six years. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a national dairy cooperative owned by family farmers, reported its 2020 financial results today for the 12-month period ending Dec. 31, 2020. Pete is in partnership with his two brothers milking 2,500 cows and farming 1,700 acres of alfalfa, corn and rye at Hillside Dairy, which has been in business for over 100 years. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. Bartley Dairy Farm, which has been in the family since 1849, also raises its own replacements. Fitch Ratings has placed Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.'s (DFA) Long-term 'BBB' ratings on Rating Watch Negative. This new facility in Michigan under the same JV partnership is a continuation of that success." If the 1245 property is sold above the purchase price, the sale price above the original purchase price will be taxed at long-term capital gain rates. Installment sales of machinery & equip, and purchased breeding livestock will trigger immediate taxations of recaptured depreciation in the year that the agreement of the sale took place regardless of the repayment terms. /BitsPerComponent 8 Raised breeding livestock such as cows and bulls that are older than 24 months of age are assets defined in IRS U.S. Code Sect 1231. We're always looking for new ways to bring the joys of dairy to families like yours. He also sits on the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board and is a proud grandfather. Selling some cows, which ones depend on the market outlook and when to get the best price, with the rest sold after using up the remaining feed. Any farm sale is inherently complex and the topics are interrelated. Gain from dispositions of certain depreciable property. Since 2008, he served as senior advisor for DFA, providing oversight for varied investments and joint ventures. The operation also functions as a market for its purebred Holstein genetics. The Company manufactures and markets milk, ice cream, butter, frozen yogurt, cream, cheese, and . Careers. Gain from disposition of certain depreciable realty. 0 ""##$$%%&&%%%%%%%%%$$#$$&&((''''((()*+++++))*+,./0..///00001111222222222222234555555555655554444556788889:;;:989999:::::::;;;;>>>>>?????@@@@@@@@AAAABBBBCBBABBDDEDCBBCDEBBBBBAAAAAAAAAAA@@@@@AAABBAAAA@@@@AAAABBBBAAAA@@BCCCBA@@AABBBBAABBAAAA@@?? << An installment sale is a sale of property where you receive at least one payment after the year of sale. Paul serves on the California Dairy Environmental Justice Fund, Dairy Cares and as chairman of the DFAs Western Area Council Membership and Quality Committee. He is actively involved in his local community, serving as chairman of the Churchill County Commissioners and the Churchill Economic Development Authority. Some of the business structures include: 3) LLC (taxed as a sole proprietor or partnership). In his current role as chief operating officer of the Southeast Area, Brent is responsible for the overall business operations of the Area. In partnership with his wife, Teresa, their son, Brandon and his wife, Rachel, Bruce milks 50 cows and grows corn, soybeans and alfalfa on 350 acres. In 2014, he was recognized for his leadership in the Missouri dairy industry with the Missouri Dairy Legacy Award, and was named Director of the Year by the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. 2) you are divesting of assets they feel are pertinent to the continuation of the business not allowing the farm to produce the cashflow necessary to pay the loans back. Corey serves as the chief operating officer in the Mountain Area. Once the feed inventory is reduced the remaining herd may be sold and then you may consider selling or renting the land as it is no longer required. From 20092020, she served as coordinator for the Virginia Dairy Princess Program, and she was a fellow for Virginia Agriculture Leaders Obtaining Results (VALOR) in 2016. Dfa Senior Vice President, Global Development. Look for the logo. The value of all assets need to be agreed upon such as tile, wells, irrigation, buildings, machinery and equipment, livestock, feed supplies, growing crops, etc. Net sales in 2016 were $13.5 billion, representing about 22 percent of raw milk production in the United States. The business structure may play a role in the potential tax liability of the farm. The Gibsons milk 80 cows in a hybrid operation, which combines grazing with conventional management techniques. He has also done broadcast radio sports for over 30 years. We comply with the Federal Trade Commission 1998 Childrens Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). It can be used to help spread out the taxable income and may lower the tax bracket used. Alan has more than 45 years of experience in the dairy business, most of it spent in senior level management positions. As executive vice president of DFA and president of Dairy Brands North, Pat is responsible for the Central, Mideast and Northeast regions, as well as the divisions cheese and butter businesses and extended shelf-life groups. Julie joined DFA in 2017 with 20 years of experience in internal audit, compliance and regulatory leadership roles. 816-801-6455. . Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. This devastating downturn has led many dairy farmers to consider exiting the dairy business. One big sale or several sales in one tax year will merge all tax consequences into one tax year. Kristine and Marks four children, Kate, Adam, Seth, Ryan and Ryans wife, Jen, all help out on the farm. REQUEST A DONATIONfrom the DFA Caresfor your local food bank. Bryan, a second-generation dairy farmer, milks 225 cows on 500 acres on his farm in Fenwick, Mich. Bryan took over Hull Dairy Farm LLC with his wife, Janet, in 1976, and their two daughters and grandkids now help with day-to-day operations. Forbes-Brown, S., Micheels, E.T. Jeff serves as chairman of the Mideast Area Council and is on DFAs Executive Committee. 681 13 DFA's business profile benefits from the substantial national scale as the largest U.S. dairy cooperative and its integral market position in the dairy supply chain based on DFA's expansive logistics, distribution and commercial processing capabilities that connect key customers and farmers. They mean providing opportunities for rural communities to thrive, sharing nourishment to those in need and preserving natural resources for future generations. They are a West Virginia Century Farm. DFA markets members' raw milk and sells milk and derivative products (dairy products, food components, ingredients and shelf-stable dairy products) to wholesale buyers both domestically and abroad. He currently serves as chairman of Newtrient, vice chairman for the Innovation Center for U.S. DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA Richmond, IN Posted: March 04, 2023 Full-Time Job TitleMaintenance Manager LocationRichmond, Indiana Description The Maintenance Manager provides leadership and direction to plant maintenance function of a 24-hour, 7 day a week operation. The sale of both raised breeding livestock and purchased breeding livestock as well as other assets can create two different types of capital gain (short-term or long-term), each have very different tax consequences. Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals. /Length 513240 The tax is calculated on the gain and is considered long-term capital gain if the land was owned for more than 12 months. The group represents dairy farmers living on over 10,000 farms across Canada. In 2007, Melvin and his wife, Kelley, started Medeiros Holsteins to diversify their operations and capitalize on the opportunity to market milk through DFA. He is also chairman of DFAs Western Area Council and a member of DFAs Executive Committee. Keith has more than 30 years of dairy industry experience in various roles, including executive roles at three food cooperatives. In 2017, Danelle was recognized in Ingrams magazine 40 Under Forty list. 0000002054 00000 n John milks 60 Holstein and Jersey cows on his farm in Myerstown, Pa. He provides end-to-end leadership for all aspects of the people function including talent management, learning and development, talent acquisition, executive and total compensation and rewards, employee and labor relations, employee engagement and organizational development. The family practices 100% no-till and cover-crop farming. In determining the site for the new facility, St. Johns was selected due to the growing supply of milk in the region, the transportation infrastructure in the region, proximity to customers, and the positive business environment and strong local workforce reputation in the region. Additionally, the Krebs raise 350 beef cows and 160 sheep. Life with DFA; What is a Cooperative; Students and Graduates; . ?>>> DFA Cares. Jerrel is active in dairy promotion and other dairy-related boards. The mortgagees or lien holders will have first claims on sale proceeds on the sale of the real estate. He is heavily involved in Dairy Management Inc. and serves on various local committees. John served on the Corporate Resolutions Committee for 11 years and served on the Northeast Area Council for three years. Many of the options can be integrated with one another dependent on the needs and requirements of the buyer and seller. He runs John Wuebker Farm with his wife, Nancy, and their nephews. Interest received is taxed at the ordinary income rate. Buster, his wife, Beverly, and son, Jason, operate two neighboring dairies one with 5,200 Jerseys and one with 5,500 Holsteins. The sale price of an asset minus the current tax-basis equals the gain. Dean serves on the local school board and is a graduate of the LeadNY program. She also has served on her town council for 19 years as an agriculture advocate. Description Mayfield Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Today, they milk 350 cows and grow their own haw and corn for feed on the farm. Keith is responsible for leading milk marketing activities and overseeing business operations in the Mideast Area. In 2010, Brian received the Indiana Dairy Producer of the Year Award. Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer. ?= !! The organization was renamed "Dairy Farmers of Canada" in 1942. And at Dairy Farmers of America, we understand that these possibilities go beyond the traditional dairy case. He also serves as treasurer and session member of his church. This may not necessarily coincide with the sale of a farm and exiting the business. [8], In 2011, DFA acquired Kemps of St. Paul, Minnesota, and its subsidiaries from HP Hood. As senior vice president and chief operating officer of the Northeast Area, Brad has served the Northeast Area in a number of positions, including chief operating officer of both Dairy Marketing Services (DMS) and Dairylea Cooperative Inc. The sale of purchased breeding stock (heifers, cows and bulls) are covered by IRS U.S. Code Sect. President and Chief Executive Officer, Dairy Farmers of America. Edward is responsible for the overall business and profit and loss for the Beverage and Dairy Foods Division. They raise their replacement heifers on a feedlot and grow hay, barley, wheat, potatoes and corn on 8,000 acres. She currently sits on the board of The Childrens Place, a non-profit organization providing support to children and families within the Kansas City community that have experienced traumatic events. Keith has been a Hico School trustee for 21 years. Todd, a third-generation dairyman, milks 1,100 cows on 3,000 acres at Ivy Lakes Dairy. """"##$$%%%%%%%%%%$%&&&&&&''&&&&'''()**+**++++,--///000011111111111100/0012333333333433332222334566689:;;:989999::::888999999::;;;;;;<<<<=======>>>>????????????@@@@ABBCCCCBCCCCCCCCAAAA@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@AAABBAAAA@@@@AAAABBBBAAAA@@ABBBA@??@@AAAA@@A@@@@?????@AAA@@ABCBA@ABAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABCBBBBBBBBAAAAAAAACCCCCCCCCCCCCDDDCCCCCCCCDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDCCCCBBBBAA@@ABBDDDCCCCCCCCCDDDDEEEDDDDDDDDDDDDDEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDDDDDDDDDDCCCCBBBDDDDDDDDBBCCCCBBBBBAAAAA@@@@??? Rabobank's annual listing of the top 20 dairy companies by revenue highlights strategic movements in one of the world's most valuable food sectors. Randy previously served on the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board, as well as 20 years on his church council. The sale of machinery, equipment and single purpose buildings & improvements with a GDS class life of 15 years or less are covered by IRS 26 U.S. Code Sect. Ability to select, coach, develop, engage and retain a team of employees. Travis is also a member of DFAs Executive Committee. She formerly served as a delegate and Southeast Area Young Cooperator Steering Committee member. This a good option if the remaining debt repayment obligations can be serviced with the income from cropping the land or renting the land. There are typically fewer farms that have Corporations such as a subchapter -S or C-Corp that can potentially add additional complications. Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Beverage and Dairy Foods. Todd serves as the DFA Northeast Area Council vice chairman and as a director for the Greater Rochester Health Foundation. He also serves on the National Milk Producers Federation board, is vice chairman of American Dairy Association North East and is chairman of the Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program board. Dairy board representing Dairy Management Inc. Leroy joined his father in dairying in 1970. ""###$$%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%&&(''&&''('())*******+,-./..///00001111111111111101123444444444443333222334566789:;;:989999::::999:::::::;<<>>>???@@@@@@@@@@@@AAAACCCCCDDDEDDCCDDEBBBAAAA@@@@@@@@@@@@@@AAABBAAAA@@@@AAAABBBBAAAA@@BBBBBA@?@AABBAA@AAAA@@@@@@ABBBAABCCCA@ABAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABBAAABCCCCCCCCCCBBBBBBBBCCCCCCCCCCCCCDDDCCCCCCCCDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDCCCCBBAA@AAADDDCCCCCCDDDDEEEFEEEEDDDEEEEEEEEGGGGGGGGFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFEEEEDDDEEEEEEEEDDDDCCCCDDDDDDDDCCDDDDCCCBBBBAAAAA@@? Mideast. He also is chairman of National Milk Producers Federation and serves on the boards of Missouri State Milk Board, Dairy Management Inc., Hiland Dairy and the Innovation Center for U.S. Nerd Herd. ?>= Valerie was awarded New York State Outstanding Young Farmer in 1993. Sandy joined the Cooperative when Dairylea Cooperative merged with DFA in April 2014, and he has served on various local, state and national boards. Brian and his wife, Ranell, operate New Generation Dairy with 1,200 cows and farm 3,500 acres, growing corn, beans, wheat and alfalfa. The sale of different assets may require coming to an agreement with the other party on how to allocation the sale amount. See IRS Pub 908 for the treatment of income from the discharge of indebtedness related to Bankruptcy. The family also has a large maple sugaring operation. Due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) the new tax law C-corporations are typically going to have a single tax rate of 21% for the sale of assets which is different than how many other business structures will be treated. These taxes include a 3.8 percent Net Investment Income Tax and the .9 percent Medicare tax. Craig, along with his wife, Katharine, son, Cameron, and daughter, Cali, owns and operates a 550-cow dairy farm. Since joining DFA in 2008, Jackie has led the Cooperatives public policy efforts and has played an active role in member services and community initiatives. Previously, he served as senior vice president of human resources, where he held strategic responsibility for the human resources function, with a primary focus on shared services. Any unpaid principal is carried over to a future year and is taxed in the future. Stephanie Schoening equity@dfamilk.com. Perry, in a partnership with his wife and parents, milks 3,200 cows. Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, and Secretary. DFA is America's leading dairy cooperative. Dairy Farmers of Canada, all rights reserved 2022 , Search in Dairy in Canada and Canadian Goodness, Dairy Production Research Funding Program, A Brighter Future Through Energy Efficiency. Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Northeast Area. Farm income averaging (Schedule G) can be considered to fill back years lower bracket amounts and possibly keep the current years income from being taxed in higher tax brackets. Randy and his wife, Jan, operate Mooney Dairy in Rogersville, Mo. The Pattens are third-generation dairy farmers and have two children. The organization was renamed "Dairy Farmers of Canada" in 1942. Last edited on 13 February 2023, at 03:37, "Provincial and National Dairy Organizations", "Number of farms, dairy cows and dairy heifers", "Federal government provides $2.7M in funding to Dairy Farmers of Canada", "Dairy Farmers of Canada unveils new logo", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dairy_Farmers_of_Canada&oldid=1139055627, This page was last edited on 13 February 2023, at 03:37. In partnership with his brother, Randy, and nephew, Russ, they milk 100 Holstein cows and farm 1,200 acres of corn, soybeans, wheat, grass and alfalfa on their century farm, O-Rich Dairy. She is the recipient of the Madison County Conservation Farmer of the Year Award and the Super Milk Award. Bruce currently serves as a director on the Pennsylvania Dairy Promotion Program board. In addition, he serves on the National Milk Producers Federation board and the Nebraska Dairy Council. He, along with his son, James, and his daughter, Lela, now milk 4,000 cows in three barns and farm 5,000 acres. Chris, his wife, Mary, and son, Stratton, own and operate two Holstein dairies in Fort Morgan, Colo., where they milk 5,600 cows and farm 900 acres. Short-term gains are for assets held for one year or less and two years or less on breeding cattle and horses. At Dairy Farmers of America, we're proud to share the simple pleasures of real dairy straight from our family farms. |b. Byron, along with his wife, DeDee, daughter, MeLissa, and son-in-law, Steven, farms 1,000 acres of land and milks 230 cows on Le-Dr Dairy. DFA is an organization of local, family farmers from across the country, which means that we're owned by the family farmers we passionately serve. The family milks 200 registered Holsteins at Wil-San Farm and farms 300 acres, growing alfalfa and corn. They milk 450 Holsteins and farm 800 acres of corn silage and haylage. She also oversees the Cooperatives innovation efforts, includingDFAs CoLAB Accelerator and investments in ag-tech and dairy food startups. Per-unit retains can be issued as capita l certificates , permitting the coo perative to retain