While you may already use herd management software, there is always room for improvement, even for the most efficient dairies

As I was walking through one of our freestall barns bringing fetch cows up to get milked, it dawned on me that farmers have some very peculiar, yet somewhat boastworthy talents

In our barns, flies are the top cause of bunching cows

Animal rights activists find strength in fighting against agricultural production practices with ballot initiatives

Calfhood diseases can significantly affect heifer replacement rates, short-term profitability, and long-term sustainability. One often overlooked aspect contributing to this is oxidative stress

Farm dogs provide a sense of companionship and emotional support to farmers across the world

While we are working hard to get crops harvested on time, we need fellow drivers to respect farm equipment on the road

While those of us in agriculture take efforts to help consumers understand where their food comes from, we can also equip ourselves to answer more questions by branching out from what we know best

Lakeshore Technical College in Cleveland, Wis., presented its Hoard’s Dairyman Award to recent graduate Erik Walters

There’s nothing wrong with seeking a bit of balance

Every old barn you drive by has a past and adds character to the countryside

June Dairy Month is often celebrated by communities hosting breakfasts on the farm to promote the dairy industry

Understanding how to control flies on livestock begins with understanding the pest’s life cycle

Work and insights from University of British Columbia’s David Fraser highlight the importance of human and animal interactions

Taming some of our animals creates some difficulties but also a herd that is calmer around people

Sharing what we’re dealing with can help others help us

Whether in the media or in the break room, there are always hot topics garnering interest

The dry period should be a time of rest for cows and is an opportunity for the mammary system to heal and regenerate

As I deal with my own eye infection, it serves as a reminder that pinkeye season for our cattle is right around the corner

Farmers think about what’s best for their land more than one day a year