No one has a crystal ball, but dairy farmers have embraced genomic testing because it provides as good of a look into a calf’s productive future as anything. From that information, farms can decide

The world of ag creates more learning opportunities and times of growth than anywhere else

The buzz of clippers filled the Sale Pavilion on the World Dairy Expo grounds on Sunday, October 2, as 78 dairy enthusiasts ages 13 to 21 competed in the Youth Fitting Contest

Overseeing dairy manufacturing keeps my days variable and full

There is no denying this is one of the busiest seasons during the year. For the average person, it’s a combination of the end of the school year and all the activities surrounding it

Young readers will soak up modern dairy farming in this new children’s book

Getting calves off to a good start includes a nutritional program that encourages weight gain at a young age. “I want calves gaining weight by the second week of life,” said Bob James

Good health begins in the gut—but did you know an individual’s gut microbiome is established during the first two years of life?

Digital dermatitis, commonly known as hairy heel warts, is a hoof disease that can have tremendous consequences for the milking herd

In any system, calf care is done best by individuals who are patient and detail focused

Keeping accurate, meaningful records teaches agricultural youth lifelong skills like responsibility and organization while setting them up for a successful future

I wouldn’t trade my farm life for anything, and I thank God every day for it

A common misconception is that calves don’t experience heat stress. They are more tolerant of heat than other age groups of cattle but can still experience heat stress losses from in utero

Providing A.I. services for hobby farms has become a fun side job for me

These sights, smells, and experiences are what I love most about life on the farm

With a heightened focus on health and wellness, establishing healthy eating patterns is more important than ever. Good health begins during pregnancy, and research is emphasizing the role nutrition plays

When fun shenanigans, team camaraderie, and years of dedicated work come together, it has the ability to cement lifelong friendships and a lifestyle you can’t ignore

There are a few statistics that are thrown around in the ag community so often that most farmers know them off the top of their head

Two months. It’s been just over two months since I made the bold step of quitting my full-time, steady, and equally rewarding job as a youth 4-H educator (which I loved, by the way)

There are three national 4-H dairy contests held each year. The Junior Dairy Management contest held its 33th annual contest last week in Harrisburg, Penn