Applying manure to soil during the fall provides the soil with nutrients for the upcoming year

To support the November Hoard’s Dairyman webinar where the University of Illinois’ Mike Hutjens gave his annual crop quality review, let’s take a look at two unexpected outcomes of the...

Our cows avoided disaster during Hurricane Helene by staying clear of wooded areas

Soybeans and dairy cows have walked hand-in-hand pretty well since the inception of total mixed rations (TMR) in the dairy industry

Inflation and the economy were two major hot button issues as voters went to the polls this November

There was a need and interest in my community, so I decided to help fill it

It is hard to go anywhere in the field crops or dairy world without hearing about biologicals

Much has been written about milk supplies over the last year. In the U.S., it is no secret that the industry is short on replacement heifers, as dairymen have continued to incorporate beef breeding into...

When troubleshooting cow health issues, go back to the basics

Dairy cows are heavily dependent upon their skeletal muscle tissue as they go through their production cycles

The headline consumer price index (CPI) continues to coast back toward the target inflation range of 2%, but consumers are experiencing stronger inflation in their butter prices heading into the holiday...

People enjoy traditions, but today’s consumers also want and need more from their food products

Some jobs may come to an end, but we it is only a moment before we are preparing for the next phase

Finding reliable, well-trained labor to milk cows is becoming increasingly difficult

While dairy farmers may be considering sustainability-focused solutions such as cover cropping, conservation tillage, and best management practices for manure application and manure-based products, a key...

In the U.S., 97% of households buy cheese, 93% purchase butter, 92% buy milk, and 82% purchase yogurt

From hand-written 4x6 paper note cards and breeding wheels to cowside data entry and real-time performance alerts, dairy farm technology has come a long way

Both cattle and farm team members appreciate consistency — animals benefit from a regular routine, and employees can streamline their tasks

My wife recently upgraded her Ninja blender, which she uses for cooking all sorts of tasty country desserts

Every time I leave World Dairy Expo, my heart and my stomach are full — my heart because of the relationships that are nurtured during the week, and my stomach because of all the good food that can...