Like many dairies, we work our cattle as they exit the milking parlor. However, it wasn’t until we recently reviewed all our timed artificial insemination (A.I.) protocols that I realized what an...

Artificial intelligence (AI), not to be confused with artificial insemination, is becoming a go-to resource for many consumers

Mastitis is one of the most common and costly health issues in dairy herds — but preventing and managing it isn’t about doing just one thing better

Cow comfort and herd health are essential for maximizing milk quality and production

Protect yourself and your business against the threat of a cybersecurity breach

It’s 2025 and the statement that “reproductive efficiency is one of the primary drivers in herd profitability” has never been more true

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

Corn silage is an essential component of dairy and beef nutrition, providing high yields of energy-dense, digestible forage

Data is one of the most valuable assets on your farm

In today’s challenging dairy market, where margins are ice-thin, finding ways to improve income over feed cost (IOFC) is crucial for maintaining profitability

Getting a daily dose of dairy helps aid in better cognitive development in young children

Whether you are considering (or reconsidering) installing sort gates or looking to improve efficiency with your current setup, here are two things to ponder

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

A resilient calf is an investment in the long-term health and productivity of your herd

When it comes to reproductive success, every detail matters

Proper management during a calf’s early days lays the foundation for lifetime success and helps unlock its full potential. Using herd management software to record calf and heifer data can pro

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

Milk provides several essential nutrients, making it both nutritious and delicious

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

Sort gate technology adds value by helping cows exhibit natural behaviors with easy cow flow and gives animals more time at the feedbunk or lying in stalls by not retracing steps postmilking