Dairy farmers are aware of the importance of colostrum and the impact it can have on getting calves off on the right foot from the start

The calf program has often been relegated to a lower priority for the dairy business as it is a current expense with a delayed impact on future income

Colostrum management is a crucial aspect of calf health, fundamentally influencing the future productivity and resilience of dairy herds

There are varying opinions on if and when to feed hay to calves

The first official confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle in the state of California came in the second half of August

Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is a major cause of death among calves and one of the largest health challenges facing our modern-day dairy industry

Calf morbidity and mortality continue to be a challenge for dairy producers. A 2014 National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) survey found that calf mortality averaged around 8% while morbidity...

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