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Governor Walz's decision and dairy updates for 2026.

| View in browser January 6, 2026   Governor Walz statement announcing he will not seek reelection Source: Office of Governor Waltz   Governor Tim Walz today released the following statement announcing that he will not seek a third term as Governor of Minnesota. Read more Last chance to register for 2026 Dairy Strong Source: Dairy Business Association   The 2026 Dairy Strong conference returns to Green Bay, Wis., at the KI Convention Center, Jan. 14-15. Attend to gain timely political updates, dive into the dynamics of developing the next generation of leaders, discuss the current state of federal policy and learn strategies to sustain a stronger future for dairy through innovation and collaboration.   Save $25 when you register now using code DAIRYDEAL. Register here Venezuelan ag, food may present opportunities for the US Source: The Fence Post   Venezuela, whose president the Trump administration removed over the weekend, is known mostly for its oil industry, but a period of change may offer opportunities for increased U.S. exports of both food and technology.  Read more Clean Cars MN rule to end after successfully increasing electric vehicles in the state Source: MN Pollution Control Agency   With the end of the 2025 model year in the automobile industry, so ends Minnesota's Clean Cars rule.   The Clean Cars rule, adopted in 2020, had a goal of electric vehicles exceeding 6% of all new, light-duty vehicle sales in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation's electric vehicle dashboard, approximately 7% of all new light-duty vehicle sales in 2024 were electric vehicles. Read more MDA offers two Farm Resiliency Grants - due Jan. 15 Source: MN Department of Agriculture   The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for two Agricultural Growth, Research, and Innovation (AGRI) grants that help Minnesota farmers strengthen their operations in the face of biosecurity threats and extreme weather.   The AGRI Protecting Livestock from Avian Influenza (Protect) Grant and the AGRI Preparing for Extreme Weather (Prepare) Grant are now open for applications. Read more Apply for the Dairy Business Planning Grants Source: MN Department of Agriculture   The Dairy Business Planning Grant encourages business planning for Minnesota dairy farms and dairy processors.   Grants cover 50% of the cost, up to $5,000, to hire a qualified, independent third party to provide technical assistance services for evaluating the operation, transitional changes, expansions, improvements, and other business modifications. Read more Save the date for our 2026 Annual meeting & Dairy Day at the Capitol Source: Minnesota Milk   Minnesota dairy farmers and allied businesses are invited to join us at our Annual Dairy Day at the Capitol event! Our members meet with legislators to share their stories and advocate for Minnesota dairy.   Learn more about these events as well as sponsorship opportunities below!   Register here 2026: International year of the woman farmer Source: Hoard's Dairyman   The United nations (UN) has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer. Here at Hoard's Dairyman, we look forward to continuing to share stories of women who have shaped the industry and those who will contribute to the industry well into the future. Read more Upcoming Events January 14-15, 2026 \| 2026 Dairy Strong February 24-25, 2026 \| Annual Meeting & Dairy Day at the Capitol Thank you to our MN Milk Sponsors   Elite Sponsors American Foods Group Compeer Financial   Platinum Sponsors AgCountry Agropur Bongard's Premium Cheese Select Sires   Gold Sponsors Alltech Arnold's of Kimball, Inc. Minnesota Dairy Initiative American National   Minnesota Milk, PO Box 65, Brooten, Minnesota 56316, US, 320-429-4838 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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