Minimizing the effect of mycotoxin-contaminated silage on dairy cattle can sometimes feel like playing a game of whack-a-mole

It has been an incredible year doing what we do best – promoting the dairy industry!

Now is a great time to conduct a farm security audit to prevent activists from targeting your dairy

Just as each fatty acid has its own characteristics, so do fatty acid supplements. This topic was covered in the Hoard’s Dairyman monthly webinar “Incorporating supplemental fatty acids in...

Everyone bottle-feeds calves, right? The amount of milk and the length of time differs, but most farmers feed their calves with bottles

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

In third grade, my teacher gave out superlatives at the end of the year. I received the “most organized.”

In today's dynamic dairy landscape, exploring new revenue streams beyond traditional milk sales is an important financial strategy, especially as sustainability initiatives offer new income opportunities

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...

Think about it for a moment: you, your family, your friends – chances are, someone you know has enjoyed a dairy product within the last 24 hours

My favorite sweet treat has always been ice cream, especially on a hot summer day

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

The “Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast” offers firsthand perspectives on examples of local, national, and global checkoff collaborations. Hear from checkoff leaders and farmers, real stories, strategies,...

When it comes to feeding beef cattle or dairy cows, forage quality and yield can make or break your bottom line

Consistently keeping a close eye on the herd allows us to detect issues right away

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

Social media provides us with the opportunity to share our dairy story with people who may be removed from agriculture

Adding sorghum to your crop rotation is an economic and sustainable addition to your farm

Life after graduation can be confusing. Remember, you don’t always have to have it all figured out