Applications for our 2023 Hoard’s Dairyman editorial internship are due October 21

Milking in both our parlor and with the robots provided some benefits, but certain costs recently led us back to milking exclusively with one system

The fall back-to-school season means much more than school buildings for youth in agriculture

There is an entirely new generation to reach with the dairy story, so checkoff adapted new strategies to tell it

When one of my family members needs to leave the farm for a bit, it’s nice to know the rest of us can team together and still get the work done

“Sustainable food systems” was a big buzz word last year as the United Nations prepared to host its inaugural Food Systems Summit (FSS). The aim of the FSS was “to help inspire a decade...

Everyone wants to feel valued. Farm workers are no different, no matter how big or small the job is

Before we update the calf housing on our dairy, we want to be sure we are making the best choice for us and our animals

Overseeing dairy manufacturing keeps my days variable and full

An abundance of new calves has us spending more time working in our calf barn, so we rely on our farm kittens for some amusement

I adored my two weeks in Greece, and I can’t wait to visit again someday! I will forever remember everything I learned about the culture’s relationship with food and agriculture

There is not one person, industry, city, technology, or politician to blame for California’s lack of water

Though we might not always be set up to succeed, dairy farmers overcome challenges every day to care for our animals and our business

With the heat comes the flies, and our farm uses several methods to keep these pests off our cows

When in-person youth events were canceled, a new youth dairy competition called the North American Dairy Educational Experience was developed

If you find yourself with a negative review on Google, there are ways to redeem your image

Our calf ear tag numbering and coloring system has gone off the rails due to production and supply chain issues throughout the country

Taking our time is necessary on the farm but also teaches valuable lessons

The identities of the cows, official placings, and winners will be announced in the next three issues of Hoard’s Dairyman

Climbing prices on both sides of the food system show us how much our farms depend on others here and abroad