Here are some of the new products or updates to previous products that have been announced as of May 21, 2013. Return to this section of the Progressive Dairyman website periodically to find out what new products will be impacting the dairy industry.

Darigold has completed a new milk powder dryer at its Lynden, Washington, processing plant. Bringing the dryer online is a milestone for the organization after a fire destroyed the dryer in February of 2012.

Calf-Tel has announced its first Facebook photo contest. The year-long social media event will highlight calf management strategies and experiences for dairy producers of all scopes and sizes.

The National Mastitis Council (NMC) will host its upcoming regional meeting July 23-24, at the DoubleTree Hotel in Portland, Maine. Along with networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities, this two-day conference will consist of educational seminars in addition to specialized, interactive short courses.

Balchem Corporation, which produces choline chloride and precision release nutrient technologies, recently celebrated the opening of its newest manufacturing facility in Covington, Virginia.

The expansion will more than double output capacity for the animal nutrition and health sector, focusing on its improved nutrient encapsulation technology.