The analysis of milk flow dynamics can provide valuable information for improving both milking efficiency and udder health. Among the numerous measures of milk flow, bimodality has been used extensive

In a business like dairy that balances on narrow margins, every chance for improvement offers opportunities to use resources more effectively and more efficiently

Whether you were in Madison or not, we are all in dairy together and it’s a cause for celebration

A hard-working, dedicated, and passionate showman, this year’s Merle Howard Award honoree started her showing career by exhibiting grade cattle from a nearby neighbor

China is expected to slow their milk powder import needs in the coming months. If other global importers cannot pick up the slack, downside price risk will be rippling through global dairy markets

If you have ever attended World Dairy Expo, you know about the sense of community on the grounds of the Alliant Energy Center

Bovine tuberculosis (Mycobacterium bovis, or bovine TB) has long been recognized to transmit between cattle and from cattle or cattle products to humans

For 7-year-old Maple Fudge Of 12 Oak and her leadswoman, Ashley Brandel, an invite to the Supreme Champion selection is nothing new, but it is just as rewarding

Bri-Lin Valson Spritz found herself in a familiar position during Wednesday’s International Jersey Show

When designing a barn for voluntary milking systems or robots, one big decision is how many cows can be milked per machine

In the last several decades, the U.S. has quietly become the leading cheese exporter on the global market

Informational sessions have been a cornerstone of World Dairy Expo for decades as dairy producers and industry leaders converge to share their expertise, research, and ideas with each other

With Day 1 of World Dairy Expo in the books, trade show exhibitors had the chance to sit back and relax for a few minutes at the Exhibitor Party hosted by Hoard’s Dairyman and World Dairy Expo

When the reigning Reserve Grand Champion of the International Ayrshire Show strutted onto the purple shavings at the 2021 World Dairy Expo, it was clear the 9-year-old cow wasn’t going to settle...

A dairy farmer’s daughter is the glue that holds together the family operation

In May, the U.S. dairy herd expanded to its highest level in 27 years, climbing to over 9.5 million head

If hard-working dairy farmers ever needed a reason to contact their senators and representatives, the potential repeal, or shall we say death, of the “stepped-up basis” provision for capital...

Food safety is a major concern for the consumer. As veterinarians, we prescribe and dispense most medicines, and we have a responsibility to ensure that our farmer clients and their employees the correct...

Pull up a seat and grab some popcorn because just like any great movie, the underdog is about to rise to the top. The character once seen as hidden and reserved will emerge in humble glory

Farming can be a risky endeavor. There are many challenges that farmers face, ranging from short-term crises to long-term issues. Broadly speaking, they can be categorized into five major types