Among the many timing-based variables of a dairy operation, dry period is one with load-bearing potential for production, and one that farmers can have some actual control over

Lately, it seems like threats to agriculture are changing in shape and size

Barb Petersen, D.V.M., of Sunrise Veterinary Service PLLC, will present, “Start smart: Maternity pen and newborn calf care tips.”

In an increasingly tight labor market, dairy farms are not in a position to waste what workforce they do have. That’s why it’s so valuable to make each farm task as efficient as possible

My poor high school math teacher, may he rest in peace

Think about it for a moment: you, your family, your friends – chances are, someone you know has enjoyed a dairy product within the last 24 hours

ITN is a frustrating and costly disease, as many of these animals soon are culled from the herd

Ever since I was a kid, June has been my favorite month. Growing up, it was the time of year when the pools were opening, school was ending, and I was able to kick back and be the pesky little kid running...

A popular topic of discussion in recent years has been whether to raise calves on the farm or send them off-site into the care of experienced calf rearers

Dairy producers may be facing a looming shortage of dairy replacement heifers

Mastitis is one of the most common and costly health issues in dairy herds — but preventing and managing it isn’t about doing just one thing better

As the U.S. is in the throes of tornado season, it is an annual event that can be devastating, with widespread damage to farms and crops, as Mother Nature reminds us of the power and destruction that can...

Farmers are happy in our neck of the woods because it is planting season

Have you ever paused to marvel at the tools you have at your fingertips, especially when it comes to reproduction on the dairy?

Parametric, or index-based, insurance has been around for decades, but a new product is emerging alongside established weather- and crop-based options such as drought, disease, and flooding coverage: heat...

The longstanding tradition of drinking milk in the victory circle at the Indianapolis 500 dates back to 1936 and originated with a spur of the moment reaction

It’s a classic example of supply and demand. Dairy heifer inventories have shrunk to a two-decade low, and that has caused prices to vault to record highs

One of the biggest transitions in forage equipment over the past 20 years or so has been from sicklebar mowers to disc mowers and mower-conditioners

During the busy spring season, hanging out in the house with kiddos isn’t an option. Having a 3-month-old and 20-month-old means a lot of creativity when it comes to getting chores done, spending...

Although the seasons run opposite down under, Australian dairy farmers are no strangers to heat stress