High Post-Secondary Dairy Cattle Judging Contest High Teams at World Dairy Expo

National Collegiate Dairy Cattle Judging Contest High Individuals from World Dairy Expo

During a recent calf study, most of my mornings were spent measuring grain refusals

Managing livestock is complex. A dairy farmer is constantly trying to move the seesaw of health and disease in favor of animal health

Many farms have a crowd gate that complements their milking system. Before a cow ever reaches the parlor, it probably encounters a crowd gate

As the summer heat continues, dairy farmers work to reduce heat stress on their cattle

Energy metabolism is a crucial aspect of dairy cow physiology, playing a central role in supporting various physiological functions, milk production, and overall health

Having a farm is like having your own tourism business. Friends and family always want to look at the animals and the machinery!

View a sample of the book and the table of contents here.The dairy farmer’s tools for managing their herd’s reproduction continue to advance, and this book will help you understand and utilize...

2025 Hoard’s Dairyman calendar

I was recently asked what significant changes I have seen in calf nutrition and growth over my nearly 35-year career at the University of Illinois

We all have that special animal that taught us some of our first farm lessons

Handy Hint: A recycled calf pen

I was recently asked what significant changes I have seen in calf nutrition and growth over my nearly 35-year career at the University of Illinois

Even when we do everything we can, some animals aren’t equipped to survive

Calfhood diseases can significantly affect heifer replacement rates, short-term profitability, and long-term sustainability

Just like high school, these four years go by way too fast. Make the most of it!

The USDA's Cattle Inventory Report reveals that the U.S. cattle inventory is the smallest it’s been in 73 years.1 At the same time, consumer demand for beef continues to grow steadily

As someone who loves to burn candles and buy fun, new scents often, you could say I’m a lover of good aromas. And, while I love the classic smells of sugar cookie, daisy, autumn woods, and sea breeze...

Growing up on a farm requires working long hours and putting in hard work, but it also equips you with many skills that others don’t have