Heat stress poses significant problems for the lactating cow. The extra heat produced due to greater feed consumption and metabolism makes it difficult for a cow to maintain normal body temperature

The data is mixed when it comes to antimicrobial resistance. While some livestock and retail meat sectors have gained ground compared to their previous five-year average, others have slid backward, as...

Bacteria are among the oldest living organisms on the planet in part because of their incredible ability to adapt and survive a wide array of harsh conditions. So, it is no wonder that bacteria have been...

Here's a look at what it is and why it's important to us. This article is part of a series being prepared in cooperation with the American Association of Bovine Practitioners. Antimicrobial resistance...

Milk and its products offer us an extensive list of benefits

Explaining what we’re thinking can make a world of difference in how we work with others

In today’s challenging dairy market, where margins are ice-thin, finding ways to improve income over feed cost (IOFC) is crucial for maintaining profitability

The word mycotoxin is often talked about in the same way that one would talk about bad news — and it can be for dairy farmers

The start of 2025 marks a milestone for the U.S. dairy industry: the complete elimination of tariffs on dairy products under the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR)

Living near a farm can be an acquired taste for some

Compare last year’s planting season to what you want to achieve this year. What changes would you make?

Animal monitoring systems are a time-tested and proven solution for accurate heat detection. They can also unlock other reproductive efficiencies to bring more dollars to your bottom line

Dairy farmers enjoyed higher milk prices in 2024 due to lower milk output for much of the year, and that same market force caused retail milk prices to climb to a new high

The impacts of soil compaction have long been known, with many interacting effects related to water infiltration, root growth, nutrient availability, and more limiting crop productivity

As the dairy industry dips its toes into artificial intelligence (AI), it is clear that there is still a world of unknown possibilities that lie before us

During a recent farm visit, I walked into a barn and was surprised to see a zebra

Getting a daily dose of dairy helps aid in better cognitive development in young children

Showing dairy cattle helped shape me to who I am

A growing body of emerging evidence indicates that dairy foods like milk, cheese, and yogurt across a variety of fat levels may contribute to cardiometabolic health, including body composition outcomes

Some people have the knack for looking at a building or space and visualizing it serving a better purpose with the help of a little elbow grease or may be new technology