Dairy West Announces Washington Partnership and New CEO

Jul 04, 2025

In a significant step toward shaping the future of dairy promotion and representation in the Western U.S., the Boards of Dairy West and Dairy Farmers of Washington have announced their decision to move forward in partnership. This development marks a shared commitment to greater efficiency, streamlined operations and enhanced value for dairy producers across both states.

This partnership will amplify strengths, increase impact and unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation. “This decision reflects the long-term vision both organizations share for a stronger, more unified dairy landscape,” said Chace Fullmer, Chairman of the Dairy West Board of Directors. “By working together, we can maximize the effectiveness of every checkoff dollar and ensure producers are at the center of all we do.”

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Video: New Solution Powers Efficient Pork Growth

Alltech has introduced Olerix, an innovative phytogenic blend created to promote growth and feed efficiency in pigs. Through a proprietary coating process, the bioactive blend of phytogenic compounds used in Olerix is designed to outlast the manufacturing process, ensuring consistent outcomes from feed to finish. The result is a high-impact efficiency solution that provides consistent support for gut health, feed efficiency, immune function and growth performance. Olerix is backed by validated trials conducted under modern pork production conditions.

“As the industry searches for technology to drive profitability forward in a more sustainable manner, we’re thrilled to join that effort with our Olerix technology,” said Mark Hulsebus, general manager for U.S. pork at Alltech. “Our work in this phytogenic space is yielding very encouraging results, and we’re excited to make this new opportunity available to pork producers focused on optimizing feed efficiency and growth rates.”

“Olerix represents the next generation of phytogenic technology — combining feed efficiency, livability and immune support into a practical commercial solution producers can implement today,” said Andy Rash, U.S. monogastric director at Alltech.