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USDA NIFA News
With the departure of Director Dr. Carrie Castille from NIFA, Dr. Dionne Tombs has been named Acting Director and will serve until a new director is appointed. This is a Presidential appointed position, so it does not requiring Senate confirmation.
Later this spring, Dr. Parag Chitnis, NIFA’s Associate Director of Programs, will also depart to become Vice President of Research and Economic Development at the University of Wyoming. Longtime NIFA Program Leader Brent Elrod will step in as Acting Associate Director of Programs upon Parag’s departure.
NIFA Stakeholder Listening Session - NIFA will conduct a virtual listening session at 4 p.m. EDT on April 27 to seek stakeholder input on future priorities for NIFA research, education and Extension programs. As a stakeholder, customer or partner, you are invited to contribute your expert opinion on how federal investments can best address current needs and challenges facing U.S. agriculture. Information about registration will be forthcoming. Check the NIFA site in the coming days https://nifa.usda.gov/
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FAO - Five things science tells us about food allergens
Food allergies are becoming more common in countries around the world. In developed countries, the prevalence of food allergies is increasing, affecting approximately ten percent of the population. In developing countries, where food allergies were not broadly seen before, the number of reports on food allergies has risen decidedly.
Defining “priority” allergens and mandating their appropriate labelling has been an important part of the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission, an FAO and World Health Organization (WHO) body dedicated to setting international food safety and quality standards. In 1999, the Codex Alimentarius Commission outlined a list of foods or ingredients that must be declared on a food label. These “priority” allergens are ones that cause allergies in populations worldwide and provoke significant reactions even when eaten in small amounts. FAO and WHO are now reviewing new scientific developments in the area of food allergens to ensure that the Codex standards and guidance are up to date. (MORE)
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Ukrainian war creating devastating food crisis
Where food insecurity exists today could be famine tomorrow as the Russia-Ukraine conflict brews the perfect storm in the Black Sea that could set the world on a further trajectory of increased food insecurity.
“In Ukraine, it is one of the worst crises which I have seen, and I have seen many,” shares Arif Husain, chief economist of the United Nation’s World Food Programme during testimony in front of the House Agriculture livestock and foreign agriculture subcommittee hearing on April 6.
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USDA study aims to improve traceability during foodborne outbreaks
Scientists with the USDA's Agricultural Research Service aim to enhance the capacity of regulatory agencies to trace Escherichia coli O157:H7 back to its source during a foodborne outbreak investigation by studying how the DNA of a specific population of this bacterium gradually evolves within its natural environment.
E. coli O157:H7 is a frequent source of concern for public health due to its association with foodborne illness. Food contaminated with this bacterium can cause serious illness, hospitalizations and even death.
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Join us in Kansas City
Connection • Content • Community
We are excited to be meeting in person in Kansas City for ADSA 2022 and virtually around the world! In addition to all of the cutting-edge scientific programming, we have an outstanding lineup of networking events where you can reconnect with friends and colleagues and catch up after a long three years! You will not want to miss the following events, which are included as part of your registration.
· First-Time Attendees' Reception - Sunday, June 19, 5:00 – 5:45 p.m.
If this is your first time attending an ADSA Annual Meeting, please join us at this reception to meet ADSA leadership and members of the ADSA staff and learn how to get the most out of your first ADSA Annual Meeting.
· Opening Session and Reception - Sunday, June 19, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Join us at the opening session to hear from ADSA President Paul Kindstedt with updates on the state of the association, and celebrate the new ADSA Fellows, the recipients of the ADSA Award of Honor and ADSA Distinguished Service Award, and the new inductees into JDS Club 100. A reception follows with live music by a jazz trio from Louis Pettinelli Entertainment.
· ADSA Awards Program and Ice Cream Social - Tuesday, June 21, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.; 8:15 – 9:30 p.m.
All meeting participants, families, and friends are welcome to attend the 2022 ADSA awards program. Please join us at this special event to recognize and congratulate the 2022 award winners. Stay after the awards program and enjoy ice cream at the perennial favorite—the Ice Cream Social!
· New in 2022! All-Attendee Luncheon - Wednesday, June 22, 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
All meeting participants are invited to join us for our first-ever all-attendee luncheon. Wear your school colors as we host a tailgate-style buffet. Network with colleagues and tell everyone why your school is the best!
· New in 2022! Closing Reception - Wednesday, June 22, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Wrap up the week at ADSA with great food and great company! All meeting participants are invited to join us for our all-attendee closing reception. Use this last event of the week to talk about all of the great science exchanged at ADSA 2022.
Can't make it to Kansas City? We also have a full virtual meeting planned to accommodate those unable to travel. Register today to secure your virtual seat!
The ADSA Annual Meeting will be held at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Hotel room blocks have been secured at discounted rates for our attendees at Marriott Kansas City (ADSA HQ) and the Crowne Plaza Kansas City (Student HQ). We know you have many hotel choices in Kansas City, but would like to encourage you to please make your reservations in ADSA's hotel block!
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Farm Bill Discussions
The annual meeting of the National Coalition for Food and Agricultural Research (NCFAR) was held in Washington DC on April 5 followed on April 6 by a round table meeting to begin planning for the 2023 Farm Bill. This was hosted jointly with the Supporters of Agricultural Research (SoAR). A panel of Congressional staffers, that included Ag Policy representatives of the chair and ranking member of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees, addressed the group to share insights from the Hill on both the Farm Bill and the FY23 Budget. A few key points:
· It is very early in the process so an excellent time to provide input on priorities for the Farm Bill
· We can expect a number of field hearing to be held in the coming months
· Money is very tight, so don’t expect new funding
· Over half of the committee members in both houses and their staff are new and have no prior experience with a Farm Bill so it is very important to talk to them.
· Make contact with the offices of your members of Congress to develop relationships and do it throughout the year, not just when legislation is being developed. It is important to work with both agriculture and appropriations committees
· Talk about and share examples of the “real world” application and value of the research being funded and/or requested.
· Broad coalitions bringing a few key priorities will be most effective
· It is important to share cutting edge research, but also show facilities in need of repair/updates in order to do the needed work
During the Roundtable discussion it appears that Climate change, Supply Chain, Preparedness/resilience and Nutrition/hunger are key issues to link into. To prepare for the next steps input is being sought on the following questions:
- Are there particular policy areas we should focus on, such as climate, nutrition, or a diverse talent pipeline?
- What are major opportunities in the next farm bill to enhance and strengthen the research title?
- What are the ag research gaps that if addressed, would be transformative for agriculture and for farmers?
- What are the 3-5 research areas where additional funding would significantly advance agriculture – creating a breakthrough?
Please share your ideas and responses to these questions with me so that we can work to include dairy and animal priorities in the discussion keolosn@prodigy.net.
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Call for Papers: Advances in Dairy Cow Fertility
JDS Communications invites submissions for a special issue titled “Advances in Dairy Cow Fertility.” JDS Communications invites submissions for a special issue titled “Advances in Dairy Cow Fertility.” We are specifically interested in short communications, technical notes, and review articles.
Why publish in this special issue?
· Special Issue articles are published together on ScienceDirect, making it incredibly easy for other researchers to discover your work.
· Special content articles are downloaded on ScienceDirect twice as often within the first 24 months as articles published in regular issues.
· Special content articles attract 20% more citations in the first 24 months than articles published in regular issues.
· All articles in this special issue will be reviewed by at least two independent experts to ensure the quality, originality, and novelty of the work published.
For more information on topics and other details click here.
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Be a Part of the Discussion: Join us for the 42nd Discover Conference - Managing Genetic Diversity for Future Dairy and Livestock Breeding
The 42nd Discover Conference- Managing Genetic Diversity for Future Dairy and Livestock Breeding will include virtual options. It will be held April 19-21, 2022 at Northern Illinois University Naperville Conference Center Hosted by the American Dairy Science Association®.
Conference Objective: Genetic diversity drives our ability to increase profitability through selection, shift selection objectives to meet new market demands, and adapt to new environments. For the past 50 years combined breeding entities have successfully made U.S. genetics globally preeminent -- increasing food security and providing marketing opportunities for U.S. breeders. With a range of new selection tools and methods to employ this is an opportune time to pause, reflect and plan how genetic diversity and inbreeding might be managed in such a way that further advances U.S. genetics for the greater good. Led by the USDA National Animal Germplasm Program, this Discover Conference is one part of a comprehensive approach to address the issue of genetic diversity. The goal of these activities is to promote a shift in how breeding, genetic improvement and genetic diversity are viewed and used in an intensive agricultural sector found in countries like the United States. Discover 42 participants, and in particular graduate students, are encouraged to submit a short abstract that describes new and innovative research findings relating to the conference program:.
Conference Topics
The call for poster abstracts is now open from the DC42 web site. “Quality Standards for Abstracts” and an “Abstract template” are there as well. Deadline to submit a title and brief abstract is 11:59 PM CDT on March 1, 2022. Abstract presentations are limited to in-person attendees and will take place in poster format on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 in Naperville, Illinois.
Who should attend: Various stakeholders in the breeding industry including breed associations, companies selling dairy and livestock genetics, companies developing and selling genomic technology, university scientists, and government agencies are all encouraged to participate. We want to extend a special invitation to dairy producers and breeders to attend this conference to lend their unique insights to the discussion. Graduate students and early career professionals are especially encouraged to attend.
The Early Registration Deadline is March 18, 2022. Registration fees increase by $100 after March 18. Click here for additional information.
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Make plans to join us for the 43rd Discover Conference - Dairy Cattle Reproduction:
Lessons Learned and Future Frontiers
Reproductive management is one of the pillars of sustainable dairy production and continues to evolve rapidly. This conference is designed to gather key individuals involved in dairy cattle reproduction to discuss major recent advancements, current challenges and opportunities, and the future of dairy reproductive biology research and management practices. This conference will contribute not only to identify best practices for implementation on dairy farms but also will help identify important knowledge gaps for guiding future research in this critical area.
The 43rd Discover Conference: Dairy Cattle Reproduction: Lessons Learned and Future Frontiers will be held May 31-June 3, 2022 at the Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, IL Hosted by the American Dairy Science Association®.
Conference Topics include:
• Translating Basic Biology into Novel Reproductive Management Strategies
• Promoting Reproductive Success Through Improved Health and Nutrition
• Data Assisted Reproductive Management and Automation
• New Frontiers in Genetics and ARTs (Assisted Reproductive Technologies)
• The Future of Reproduction in Dairy Farming in a Changing World
Who Should Attend: Reproductive physiologists and other scientists with a research focus on reproduction of dairy cattle are encouraged to attend. Additionally, professionals from academia and companies, veterinarians, private consultants, producers, dairy managers, and others with stakes in dairy reproduction would benefit from this interactive program. Graduate students and early-career professionals are especially encouraged to attend.
Early Registration Deadline: April 29, 2022
Registration fees increase by $100 after April 29.
To view complete conference information:
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ADSA® on Linked In continues to grow – Are you included?
Our ADSA Linked In group now includes 2,152 members from around the world, are you one of them? It’s a great place to get information about ADSA and industry activities as well as to network with other dairy professionals from around the world. Check it out here.
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April 11-13, 2022 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference. Grand Wayne Center, Fort Wayne, IN, Click here for information and registration
April 11 – May 5, 20/22 The Science of Yogurt (Basic Level), Cornell Dairy Foods Extension Click here for more information
April 12-14, 2022 HTST Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
April 12-14, 2022 The Dairy Calf & Heifer Association 2022 Annual Conference & Trade Show, The DoubleTree, Bloomington, MN, Click here for more information.
April 19-21, 2022 42nd Discover Conference - Managing Genetic Diversity for Future Dairy and Livestock Breeding*, Northern Illinois University Conference Center in Naperville, IL, Click here for more information.
April 20, 2022 Dairy Lab Seminars Cornell Dairy Foods Extension. Click here for more information
April 20, 2022 at 3:00pm CDT US Dairy Forage Webinar Series: “Can we breed alfalfa for improved establishment under corn?” with Dr. John Grabber, Join via ZoomGov Meeting https://www.zoomgov.com/j/16141396271
April 24 -26, 2022 ADPI/ABI Joint Annual Conference, Hyatt Regency Chicago in Chicago, IL. Click here for complete event information and online registration.
May 9-13, 2022 Advanced Cheese Technology Short Course - The Center for Dairy Research (CDR), Babcock Hall UW-Madison, Click here for Information and registration
May 10-12, 2022 Animal Nutrition Conference of Canada (ANCC), Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Click here for more information and registration
May 17 -19, 2022 Preventive Controls for Human Food , Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
May 18-19, 2022 Dairy Cattle Welfare Symposium - Promoting dairy cattle welfare and ethics through science and implementation of best practices, Marriott Syracuse Downtown, Syracuse, NY. Click here for more information and registration
May 30 – June 3, 2022 ICAR/Interbull Annual Conference, Montréal, Québec, Canada. Click here for more information and registration.
May 31-June 3, 2022 43rd Discover Conference: Dairy Cattle Reproduction - Lessons Learned and Future Frontiers*, Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, IL, Click here for more information
June 1-2, 2022 Four-State Dairy Nutrition And Management Conference, The Grand River Center, Dubuque, IA, Click here for more information
June 7, 2022 Intention Adulteration, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
June 14-16, 2022 CDR Advanced Buttermaking Short Course, Babcock Hall, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Click here for more information and registration
June 14, 2022 – 11:00 CDT ADSA Production Division Business Meeting via Zoom, Join Zoom Meeting
June 15-17, 2022 18th International Conference on Production Diseases in Farm Animals, Madison WI, Click here for more information
June 19-22, 2022 ADSA Annual Meeting, Kansas City, MO. Details to come at www.adsa.org
June 20-24, 2022 CDR Buttermakers Apprenticeship Workshop, Babcock Hall, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Click here for more information and registration
July 12 – 14, 2022 HTST, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
July 26-27, 2022 Certified Milk Inspectors School, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension Click here for more information
Aug1-5, 2022 21st International Symposium and 13th International Conference on Lameness in Ruminants, Bloomington, MN, Click here for more information
Aug 2-3, 2022 Mid-South Ruminant Nutrition Conference, Grapevine TX, Click here for more information
Aug 9 – 11, 2022 Preventive Controls for Human Food, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Aug 22, 2022 Foreign Supplier Verification Programs, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension. Click here for more information
Aug 23 – 26, 0022 Implementing SQF Systems, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Sept 14 – 18, 2022 Leadership Skills for Success, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Sept 9 – Oct 1, 2022 The Science of Cheese (Basic Level), Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Sept 20-22, 2022 PSU - Cultured Dairy Products Short Course, Erickson Food Sci Building, Penn State, Click here for registration and more information
Sept 27-29, 2022 PSU - Pasteurization Short Course, Erickson Food Sci Building, Penn State, Click here for registration and more information
Oct 3 – Nov 15, 2022 SOP and Technical Writing, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Oct 7 – Nov 3, 2022 Environmental Monitoring Programs, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Oct 11 – 13, 2022 HTST, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Oct 12-14, 2022 Dairy Products, Processing and Packaging Innovation Conference, Shell Beach, CA, Further details to come.
Oct 20, 2022 Cheese Grading Workshop, Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Nov 8 – 10, 2022 Preventive Controls for Human Food (Al, Anika, Rob), Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
Nov 16-17, 2022 Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert (Advanced Level), Cornell Dairy Foods Extension, Click here for more information
*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.
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Thanks to our Corporate Sustaining Members |
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We appreciate your ongoing support of ADSA and the Journal of Dairy Science®
Ag Processing Inc.
ANDHIL LLC
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Renaissance Nutrition Inc.
Zinpro
Zoetis
Zook Nutrition & Management Inc.
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Did you know that your ADSA Professional Membership, which is the least expensive of all national animal-related professional societies, includes all of the following benefits with no additional fees, charges or suggested donations?
* Electronic access to the Journal of Dairy Science®
* ADSA Annual Meeting registration at reduced member rates
* Discover Conference registration at reduced member rates
* Large Dairy Herd Management 3rd edition e-book at reduced member rates
* S-PAC: Free access to ADSA Annual Meeting, past JAM and ADSA divisional abstracts
* S-PAC subscription at reduced member rates
* A strong voice of advocacy for the animal sciences, animal agriculture and research
* Access to ADSA's large and growing recorded symposia library
* ADSA News (semi-annual association newsletter)
* ADSA Dair e-news (ADSA weekly industry newsletter)
* Access to member directory
* Peer recognition through ADSA, Foundation and Sponsored Award Program
* Discounted page charges in Journal of Dairy Science®
* Broad author recognition through ADSA/Elsevier press release program
* Linked In and You Tube sites for ADSA
* Quality networking with academic, government and industry professionals
* Travel awards for all graduate students attending Discover Conferences
* Opportunity to serve peers via committee and officer positions
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