Iowa State University’s Dairy Science Club teaches fairgoers how to hand milk a cow, teaching them the basics of the dairy industry

Many jokes about Carhartt gear can be found throughout social media. What was once an outfitter solely for those performing manual labor is now on trend for the masses to wear

While I was working on chores in our robot barn the other morning, I watched as the sun began to wake up, slowly transforming the sky from a star-speckled deep denim blue to a magnificent display

Many different minds have come together to make our barn very unique, especially when it comes to cow comfort

State fairs can be a terrific place to connect people with agriculture, even if just for a moment

Sharing our emotions and moving forward anyway could be the new definition of toughness

Family members and employees, past and present, have helped shape our dairy farm

Social media can be an intimidating place, but sharing your story is important and can be fun

Our county fair, the Fayette County Fair in Northeast Iowa, was held a few weeks ago. While I haven’t participated as an exhibitor for a number of years, I’ve been fortunate to witness

Don’t let a full plate scare you away from a new opportunity. Saying “yes” can introduce you to new friends and interests

With more emphasis being placed on the well-being of livestock all the time, students can gain experience in this type of evaluation through the Animal Welfare Assessment Contest

The fall season on college campuses is busy with eager college students looking for jobs and internships. Having the best résumé and cover letter for the position is a couple steps away

As the country continues to reopen following COVID-19, I’ve had the opportunity to again visit with farmers through one-on-one conversations, meetings, and public events featuring farmers

The issues we can tackle as dairy advocates are numerous

Charcuterie boards are a hot trend. As dairy folks, now is the time to flaunt one of our most beloved products, cheese

Whether it’s a quick farm fix or entertainment for the grandkids, farmers are masters at creating just about anything out of random finds around the farm

Consumers are eager to learn more about agriculture and events like “Breakfast on the Farm” show them the truth behind farming

The national and local dairy checkoffs have teamed up to launch the Your Dairy Checkoff podcast

Resiliency in the face of a global pandemic gives us extra reasons to honor and promote the dairy industry this year

Irritated was one word to describe the emotions I felt in fourth grade. As I eagerly joined a local 4-H club, I was ready to become actively involved