It was supposed to be a routine disbudding for a group of calves, but for one small Jersey, something went wrong

Most dairy farmers we meet around the country aren't using social media to connect with consumers

I admit it. I am a dairy bowl junkie. I love watching the competition. It could be youth or adults pressing the buzzers; it does not matter

I'm kind of rediscovering who I am and what my hopes are

It was picture perfect. My wife was preparing an amazing meal in the kitchen, the kids were playing in the family room, and I was soaking it all in while holding my baby girl as she cooed and looked at...

I was watching Miracle, the movie about the 1980 Olympic hockey team, and I thought a few of the coaching strategies used by Herb Brooks might be helpful when working with youth in their competitions

David Dickson, known to many as Dr. Dave, was a longtime professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and well-respected dairy judging coach

Via trains, planes, and automobiles, I recently made my way from East Moline, Ill., to Germany

My good friend, Barb, recently lost her job. The company she worked for reorganized her department and her position was eliminated

‘Tis the season of giving, and perhaps you’re wondering how you can help support farm families for this year’s #GivingTuesday

Thanksgiving is always one of my favorites holidays. It’s a time to gather with family and friends, enjoy delicious food, and really take the time to be thankful for all that we have

Do you want to reach younger audiences and show them how amazing life is on the farm surrounded by dairy cows? I get jealous just saying that

Even though there were many holidays I wasn't able to spend with my parents after moving east, my parents still made their presence felt with phone calls, greeting cards, prayers, and laughter

“What’s it worth to me?” That is a common question asked when making any high-value purchase

I just got home from Kansas City, Mo., where I attended the Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Leaders Conference

We all know the last few years have been tough on us as dairy farmers. Every dairy, in every region, is sure they have had the hardest time of anyone

After saving up money from bottle-feeding calves, bedding down calf hutches, and cleaning out our garage, our youngest son, Jacob, came up with enough money for a down payment to purchase his first heifer

I’ve always been the person who wants to compare herself to others. I can’t help it

Unless you’re living under a rock, you know that today is Election Day

There are some seasons in life that just seem busier then others. On the farm, it’s almost year-round with spring planting, fall harvest, packed summer months, and braving winter's challenges