Americans’ rekindled love affair with butter continues to gain momentum. In 2023, the average American consumed 6.5 pounds of butter

The margin for producing milk, as calculated by the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program, reached a record high last fall as September’s margin was calculated at $15.57 per hundredweight (cwt.)

Feeding cows is expensive. Financial reports continuously show that dairy farmers spend more money on grain and feed purchases than anything else

Recent research has shown that the agriculture industry makes up about 10% of total United States greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), mostly from enteric fermentation and manure management

Starting calves off on the right foot is essential for the longevity and resiliency of every dairy farm

Mastitis can be caused by many pathogens, but if you ask any dairy veterinarian or farmer which is the most damaging, the odds are good that their response will be Staphylococcus aureus

On an episode of the “Bovine Banter” podcast hosted by Penn State Extension, Josh Brubaker shared how he and his family have implemented the use of alternative energy sources such as a manure...

Consumers face a barrage of marketing terms, nutritional statements, picturesque scenes, and more every time they pick up a food package to make a purchasing decision

Throughout the summer and fall, farmers have taken the time to ensile their feed to the best of their ability, keeping proper packing, bunker covering, and limited oxygen exposure top of mind

November milk production took a tumble as milk volume fell nearly 1% nationally compared to the same month last year

Doing more with less is the motto farmers this day in age seem to abide by as they aim to maximize production while also reducing input costs

During a Manitowoc County (Wisconsin) forage council meeting several years ago, I was invited to come out and talk about forage management strategies

The Raterink family wanted to pursue transitioning their dairy herd from a stanchion barn to automatic milking systems for labor reasons

2024 was a tumultuous year on the political front, and 2025 promises to be just as eventful on the policy front

During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, businesses and consumers are looking for convenient ways to show their appreciation to clients, friends, and family

As other countries have put new rules and regulations into place regarding calf transport, the question is not why, but when could the U.S. add such transportation guidelines

U.S. whey prices have been rising, with dry whey on the CME spot market breaking above 70 cents per pound ($1,540 per metric ton) in early December and whey protein isolate (WPI) now at record high prices...

Every five years, USDA and the Department of Health and Human Services undergo the process of updating the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

School cafeterias are a gateway for millions of United States schoolchildren to receive access to nourishing meals that include fruits, vegetables, and dairy foods

Dairy cows consume by-product feeds, many farmers reuse water or manure, and milk processing results in a wide range of delicious and nutritious food items and ingredients