They say you can take the girl off the farm, but you can’t take the farm out of the girl. I take pride in saying that fits me perfectly

Have you ever paused to marvel at the tools you have at your fingertips, especially when it comes to reproduction on the dairy?

When temperatures rise, dairy cattle feel the heat — literally. Even mild temperatures can take a toll on their health, milk production and overall performance

It is often a hot and thankless job to be the head bug eliminator on a dairy farm

The “Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast” offers firsthand perspectives on examples of local, national, and global checkoff collaborations. Hear from checkoff leaders and farmers, real stories, strategies,...

When it comes to feeding beef cattle or dairy cows, forage quality and yield can make or break your bottom line

During the busy spring season, hanging out in the house with kiddos isn’t an option. Having a 3-month-old and 20-month-old means a lot of creativity when it comes to getting chores done, spending...

Today’s dairy cows produce more milk than ever before. Higher capacity and more precise monitoring are essential during milking. And easy-to-use controls are a must in the parlor

Just like how we make sure that we, ourselves are comfortable, we do the same for our cows

Cows don’t necessarily always follow their birth plan, throwing us for a loop

Consistently keeping a close eye on the herd allows us to detect issues right away

Dairy products are becoming more popular as they serve as excellent examples of a way to boost protein intake

During the heat-stress season, it is important to remember that young animals also suffer from the heat

Chore tasks become a little less boring with a furry friend in tow

Cow comfort and herd health are essential for maximizing milk quality and production

Growing up on a farm, kids gain strength that can only be define as “farm kid strong.”

Protect yourself and your business against the threat of a cybersecurity breach

It’s 2025 and the statement that “reproductive efficiency is one of the primary drivers in herd profitability” has never been more true

Now more than ever, the public is interested in where their food comes from. It is up to us farmers to show them what exactly happens

The Midwest Dairy Challenge provided students with an opportunity to learn and make new connections