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April 29 2022
Animals can get themselves into tricky situations that require fast thinking and careful maneuvering to remedy
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April 8 2021
Last week, my home community lost someone very special. He was a cornerstone of the agriculture community there, and his presence was unforgettable. When my family and our 4-H club heard the news
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Feb. 20 2019
Every day we serve. We serve our family, our cows, and our community
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May 7 2018
The pericardium from a cow is now used to repair human heart valves
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May 1 2018
Spring always marks a special occasion in our family as we attend the Volunteer Firefighter’s annual banquet
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March 22 2018
Everyday, when I finally drag myself into the house, my wife will ask me how my day went
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March 2 2018
Holstein USA’s Holstein America series showcases the passion dairy farmers have for their Holstein cattle
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Jan. 3 2018
Just this week, a professor I encountered at Penn State passed away
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Jan. 24 2017
On January 20, 2017, we hung up the milkers in our parlor for the last time. Luckily not for the reason that seems to currently plague our industry – having to call the dairy quits
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July 24 2015
Legendary dairy cattle judge and professor Fred Foreman passed away on July 22, leaving behind a grand legacy of teaching and passion for the dairy industry. He was born on a small farm in Kansas, but...
July 26 2010
In the past few days, three key reports have been released that provide some insight into what's ahead for dairy markets. They are last Wednesday's Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook from USDA's Economic...
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June 27 2025
In August of 2024, I decided it was time to share my passion for the dairy industry with the kids and parents in my community
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June 18 2025
Antique shops are buzzing, vinyl records are spinning again, and fashion? Well, let’s just say some of my favorite closet pieces are passed down – and they’ve gotten more compliments...
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June 12 2025
Ever since I was a kid, June has been my favorite month. Growing up, it was the time of year when the pools were opening, school was ending, and I was able to kick back and be the pesky little kid running...
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June 4 2025
They say you can take the girl off the farm, but you can’t take the farm out of the girl. I take pride in saying that fits me perfectly
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May 28 2025
About 94% of the dairy farms in the U.S. are family owned (American Dairy Association). With this statistic being so high, it is easy to assume that the vast majority of dairy farm owners have always known...
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May 12 2025
When it comes to feeding beef cattle or dairy cows, forage quality and yield can make or break your bottom line
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April 30 2025
Working with cattle is all about strategy
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April 15 2025
Consistently keeping a close eye on the herd allows us to detect issues right away
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April 2 2025
Growing up on a farm, kids gain strength that can only be define as “farm kid strong.”