There are some things in life that are just ridiculously satisfying. You may have seen those videos on social media where something so simple is strangely pleasing to watch

A tragedy this weekend reminds us of the importance of being prepared

Entries from the Hoard’s Dairyman Farm Creamery did well at the world’s largest dairy products contest

March may be a crazy month, but knowing that our heifers are safe and that folks have resources to ask about agriculture makes it all worth the time

Whether playing music on the radio during milking or humming tunes to cows while training them, smooth melodies help keep our cows (and ourselves) calm

The Ukraine invasion will have effects on farmers in that part of the world and beyond

Cows have personalities with each other just like we do

Everything farming-related seems to fall within a cycle of tasks, and there’s a blurred line between getting caught up, being ahead, or falling behind

Whether you are a football fan or not, the biggest game of the year has some fun ties to dairy

They may not be glamorous, but we can share what we love about our roles in agriculture to attract others

Everything works smoother with our automated milking systems when we stay on schedule with our cleaning and maintenance

We’re happiest at home in our old farmhouse that is surrounded by cattle murmurs, country fields, and starlit skies, so it was the perfect backdrop for a marriage proposal

Time for a vacation is difficult for farm families, but it pays off

The cold allows us to prepare for a new season ahead

The woods, minus 15°F temperatures, and calves on the run led to yet another unpredictable day as a dairy farmer

They aren’t always perfect, but we know we can depend on our automated milking systems

When making decisions about which cows to keep and which ones to sell, don’t forget about the ones that have already paid back their rearing costs

Some of the animals we work with show off strong personalities

So far this winter, I’ve been donning a cozy knitted headband and the messiest of buns daily. Luckily for my ego, my main companions (our cows) seem to experience their own horrid hair days as well

Setting priorities for the new year ahead can help our businesses be more intentional and effective