While nearly everyone in the dairy industry forecasted that U.S. milk production would keep growing, milk production began stalling in 2022 and has held relatively flat ever since

Even though whole milk consumption has been one of the few bright spots for fluid milk in recent years as individuals recognize its taste benefits and health outcomes, fuller-fat dairy has made very little...

With so much talk about New Year’s resolutions, it can be overwhelming to think about making such a monumental shift

Over the past few years, much attention has been placed on proper colostrum management and feeding protocols

What do you think of first after hearing the word “carbon”?

An unusual string of 13 consecutive months with U.S. milk production falling below year-earlier levels ended in August, and a 16-month streak of U.S. dairy cow numbers being down from a year ago ended...

On an episode of the “Bovine Banter” podcast hosted by Penn State Extension, Josh Brubaker shared how he and his family have implemented the use of alternative energy sources such as a manure...

Consumers face a barrage of marketing terms, nutritional statements, picturesque scenes, and more every time they pick up a food package to make a purchasing decision

November milk production took a tumble as milk volume fell nearly 1% nationally compared to the same month last year

I recently read a research paper appropriate for the frosty winter weather many readers will be facing in the coming months about how feed and water temperature may affect rumen temperature and the significance...

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Research telling us that long forage particles in the ration cause problems continues to accumulate

Among the issues that have plagued negotiations for a new farm bill for more than a year have been disagreements around spending on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

When the U.S. hay supply is in good shape, prices usually fall, and that was certainly the case in 2024

During a Manitowoc County (Wisconsin) forage council meeting several years ago, I was invited to come out and talk about forage management strategies

The Raterink family wanted to pursue transitioning their dairy herd from a stanchion barn to automatic milking systems for labor reasons

2024 was a tumultuous year on the political front, and 2025 promises to be just as eventful on the policy front

Now more than ever, dairy heifers have become a precious commodity

Last year, 96% of all farms across the U.S. were family-owned. Those businesses produced 83% of our country’s agricultural output

During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, businesses and consumers are looking for convenient ways to show their appreciation to clients, friends, and family