Animal monitoring systems are a time-tested and proven solution for accurate heat detection. They can also unlock other reproductive efficiencies to bring more dollars to your bottom line

It is common for producers to experience lower butterfat tests and higher numbers of butterfat inversions this time of year

When it comes to reproductive success, every detail matters

Exploring first insemination requires some trial and error as we aim to discover the best time to provide a first service to our cows

Colostrum management is a crucial aspect of calf health, fundamentally influencing the future productivity and resilience of dairy herds

Just when I thought I had seen bad when it came to natural disasters, I was totally wrong

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

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

Pneumonia, or bovine respiratory disease (BRD), is one of the most common diseases dairy farms and calf ranches battle on a daily basis

Whether your goal is to reduce odor and greenhouse gas emissions, minimize manure pathogens, add a new revenue source, participate in developing carbon markets, or take advantage of all these benefits...

Service trucks are great places for farm animals to hop from farm to farm

It is well-known that reproductive performance is the foundation of profitability on a dairy

We gave this premature calf everything we could to help her succeed

The USDA's Cattle Inventory Report reveals that the U.S. cattle inventory is the smallest it’s been in 73 years.1 At the same time, consumer demand for beef continues to grow steadily

National Dairy Council (NDC) leads nutrition research and education on dairy’s role in healthy eating patterns that support health and wellness

Metritis, one of the most common fresh cow diseases, can be costly to the health of individual cows and the overall productivity of dairy operations, especially in today’s environment

Vegan and animal rights activists are pushing for “plant-based” menus in a growing number of schools

On the dairy, decisions are never made in a vacuum. Each choice impacts the next

One of the primary goals when feeding cows is to maximize fiber and starch digestibility for efficient production

Working with your spouse all day every day certainly isn’t for everyone. For a lot of dairy farmers, though, it’s a great way to interact with your spouse throughout the day while still having...