I recently had the opportunity to volunteer at the 2025 National Holstein Convention as an official with the Youth Dairy Quiz Bowl contest

I’ll admit, I don’t like the heat. I side with the cows in that 50°F is far more ideal than the 100°F heat index numbers we’re experiencing in the Midwest this holiday weekend

Antique shops are buzzing, vinyl records are spinning again, and fashion? Well, let’s just say some of my favorite closet pieces are passed down – and they’ve gotten more compliments...

Think about it for a moment: you, your family, your friends – chances are, someone you know has enjoyed a dairy product within the last 24 hours

What’s delicious, nutritious, and sustainably produced? U.S. dairy. The topic of responsible and sustainable animal agriculture has garnered significant attention in recent years, but these concepts...

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

Working with cattle is all about strategy

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

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

Life after graduation can be confusing. Remember, you don’t always have to have it all figured out

We recently brought back the Midwest ADSA meeting

Manure buildup during cold temperatures can provide quite the roadblock for some farmers

Far from just another thing to add to the schedule, these activities molded the trajectory of my future

Teaching student athletes to refuel with chocolate milk is part of making consumers for life

As time rolls on, I want to be intentional about how I spend mine this year

A recent calving surge and being pregnant myself has put the new year into perspective

Sorting cows and defending opposing players share many similarities

Dairies are facing more challenges than ever before. Low milk prices, high interest rates, a skilled labor shortage, and more have put a premium on operating with peak efficiency