recently, I have had breeders express to me a level of concern over the number of bulls whose proofs declined substantially once they had daughters

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

I had the opportunity recently to sit in a room with leading dairy nutritionists from across the U.S

Often, we think of automated milking systems (AMS) as new technology that reduces labor to milk cows; however, we may forget about the importance of testing the mechanical function of the AMS equipment

A way of life branded by sweat, blood, tears and hard work is something to be proud of

Good records allow a business owner to make smart decisions that move the operation forward

Fixing small issues around the farm makes a big difference to how we operate

Harvest season is quickly approaching. Be aware of your surroundings to ensure a safe harvest season

Handy Hint: A recycled calf pen

My niece’s wish was to work in an ice cream shop one day, the county fair helped make this wish come true!

Milk and dairy products supply 13 essential nutrients, including three that continue to be identified as nutrients of public health concern: calcium, potassium, and vitamin D

These days, one of the most frequently asked questions in the cattle sector is, “When will the beef cow herd rebuild?”

New genetic evaluations will be available on Tuesday, August 13, for all dairy cattle in the U.S. database

As harvest season approaches, nutritionists will be starting to make recommendations using the commodities the farmers have available to them

Cows are the greatest upcyclers out there

When a disease organism hitches a ride on an object, feed particle, another animal, bodily fluid, or the air to find and infect a new host, dairy farmers pay the price for that journey

In the most recent USDA Milk Production report, U.S. milk output was down 1% for the month of June compared to the year before

Heifer buyers today will leave the sale barn with a dent in their pocketbooks. On the other hand, farmers who are selling their heifers are leaving with smiles on their faces

Farming can be one of the most mentally exhausting careers. Let’s face it, the markets and weather are unpredictable, and we place our hopes and dreams on prayer and hard work

We have learned a lot about how cows react to highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) since it was first identified on U.S. dairy farms in late March