Idaho Dairymen’s Association

On Thursday, Mike Simpson announced funds for the University of Idaho's CAFE, as well as the Bingham County Aquifer Data and Sustainability Project.

The conversation about ag labor and immigration reform has become very loud in 2025, and many are trying to make sure their voice isn't lost in the shuffle.

For the Idaho Dairy industry 2025 has been a bit of a roller coaster, and we haven’t made it to the halfway mark yet.  Rick Naerebout, CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association, said much of the turbulence has been thanks to milk prices that have been on the move much of the year.   “You know ta...

June is National Dairy Month, a time to highlight the industry’s impact on communities across the country.   “Agriculture is still the backbone of Idaho's economy, especially in rural communities," noted Rick Naerebout is CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association.  "You get outside the Trea...

Lost in the shuffle of tariffs, trade wars and hirings and firings, is the need for a fix for the Ag labor situation.  Rick Naerebout, CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association, said their sector is supportive of making needed improvements to the H-2A program, but said their ultimate goal is a visa.   “And t...

Earlier this year, a unique milk processing facility opened its doors east of Twin Falls.  Suntado is a 190,000 square-foot “state of the art” facility that will process, initially, between 800,000 and one million pounds of milk per day.  And when completely...

Things are looking much better for the Idaho dairy industry.  Rick Naerebout, CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association said this is especially welcomed news, considering producers have been dealing with negative margins for 18-24 months.  He noted that...

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) continues quagga mussel treatment in an effort to eradicate the invasive species in the Snake River.

Idaho livestock producers interested in receiving funding assistance for on-farm manure and nutrient management systems have until the end of Tuesday to get their applications submitted.  The Idaho DEQ, in partnership with the Idaho state Department of Agriculture as well as the farming community, is offering grant opportunities for CAFO improvements.  Funds m...

As lawmakers in Washington D.C. start to discuss what should be included in the 2023 Farm Bill, several commodity groups are making their thoughts known. The Idaho Dairymen’s Association is looking for clarity when it comes to carbon markets. ...