Four regional programs will use the funding to support dairy companies.

The Farm Bill, FMMOs and other key issues in the dairy industry are top of mind for associations.

PCC-DBII especially encouraged first-time applicants.

A small cheese operation in Brodhead, Wis., served as the backdrop for USDA's announcement.

IDFA noted the presence of a new Dairy Nutrition Incentives Program.

Take a look back at the most-read articles of the past month.

A letter sent to agricultural appropriations subcommittees and agriculture committees chairs requests $36 million in annual federal support.

USDA approved $23 million in funding for Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives.

PCC-DBII expects to award more than $4.1 million in grant funds this spring.

$7.67 million is expected to benefit the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA) in the Midwest.