April 25 2017
Ayrshire class in the 2017 Annual Cow Judging Contest
April 25 2017
I place this class of Ayrshires C-D-B-A. C rises to the top placing over D with her complete package of style, symmetry, and balance. This feminine individual is cleaner through her head, neck, and br
April 25 2017
I place this class of Brown Swiss cows D-B-C-A. For me, D is the most structurally correct. She has the best fore udder and most correct teat placement. She also shows more balance of rear quarters th
April 25 2017
I place this class of Holstein aged cows C-B-A-D. Starting the class with C, a beautiful dairy cow that carries the best udder in the class. C has a definite advantage in overall dairyness from end to...
April 25 2017
I place this class of Holstein aged cows C-B-A-D. Starting the class with C, a beautiful dairy cow that carries the best udder in the class. C has a definite advantage in overall dairyness from end to...
April 25 2017
Holstein Class in the Hoard's Dairyman Cow Judging Contest 2017
April 25 2017
Brown Swiss Class in the 2017 Hoard's Dairyman Cow judging Contest
April 25 2017
The official placings, reasons, and scoring key for the Holstein Class in the 2017 Cow Judging Contest
Sept. 14 2016
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO
Aug. 25 2016
Taylor was the 28th Hoard's Dairyman summer editorial intern
April 25 2016
Five classes of dairy cows are featured on the covers of our January through March 10 issues, representing five of the dairy breeds. Click the cover image to see the official placing for the class, the...
April 25 2016
When placing this outstanding class of aged Ayrshire cows D-B-A-C, I found the class to break into two pairs. The outstanding rear udder and balance of D place her over the dairy-framed B. D has a rear...
April 25 2016
I place this class of beautifully balanced Guernsey cows D-C-A-B. In a close placing, D rises to the top based on her outstanding dairy qualities. She is sharper at the point of shoulder, exhibiting more...
April 25 2016
It is a pleasure to place this class of Jersey cows D-B-C-A. I started with a pair of youthful, balanced cows in D and B. D's length and extreme style make her stand out in this class, and pairing that...
April 21 2016
How a generator is made When the electricity goes out, most farm tasks are at a standstill until the power returns. This can cause major problems on a dairy farm. Some dairymen install a back-up generator...
Sept. 14 2015
Brittany (Statz) Olson served as the 27th Hoard's Dairyman summer editorial intern
June 15 2015
Ever since the PDCA (Purebred Dairy Cattle Association) unveiled its updated Showmanship Evaluation Scorecard in 2012, questions have abounded
May 7 2015
A mechanically ventilated barn utilizes fans to bring in fresh air while removing moisture, dust and gases. In hot weather, fans also remove excess animal heat. A well-ventilated barn is a more comfortable...
April 25 2015
Five classes of dairy cows are featured on the covers of our January – March 10 issues, representing five of the dairy breeds. Click the cover image to see the official placing for the class, the...
April 25 2015
It's an honor to be the official judge for this impressive class of Milking Shorthorns, which I place in the order of B A C D. B is an exceptional young cow that uses her length, dairyness and balance...