By utilizing by-products, the dairy industry has the potential to reduce the environmental impact of human food production. A staple in many dairy rations, by-products are seeing increased use as producers...
Hoard's Dairyman webinar discusses considerations when going to robots. Larry Tranel, Iowa State University, spoke on robotic milking during the August 12 Hoard's Dairyman webinar, titled "Is robotic milking...
Calves housed in groups will eat according to their daily pattern. Producers have options for ad libitum, or free access feeding, as shared by the July 2013 William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute...
Tools from even a few years ago can't hold a candle to new equipment. A dairy producer who hasn't bought a new tractor or piece of forage equipment in less than five years - which industry surveys say...
All-American Dairy Show celebrates golden anniversary. This September marks the 50th Anniversary for the All-American Dairy Show (AADS) in Harrisburg, Pa. There are six prominent families that stepped...
Average farm real estate, cropland and pastureland values were higher in 2013 for many parts of the country. Farm real estate, cropland and pastureland values in the United States have all gone up this...
How can the dairy industry work against the odds? The way we grow up has more of an affect on our habits than one would think. Specifically, we are influenced by the actions of our parents. If you grew...
Balance of production and type earn recognitions. The American Guernsey Association presented awards at their National Guernsey Convention Awards breakfast. Hoard's Dairyman Farm Manager, Jason Yurs attended...
Balance of production and type earn recognitions.The American Guernsey Association presented awards at their National Guernsey Convention Awards breakfast. Hoard's Dairyman Farm Manager, Jason Yurs attended...
Representatives from 15 different countries got a taste of Midwest agriculture. South Korea • Sri Lanka • Brazil • Saudi Arabia • Cuba • Swaziland • Bangladesh • Liberia...
Creating solutions to forage needs. Mike Hutjens, University of Illinois, presented "Playing the crop-year cards we've been dealt" webinar on Monday, July 8. Labeled the "perfect storm" by Mike Rankin,...
Using technology to identify lameness earlier can help farms better treat this widespread disease. Lameness is a health and welfare issue for the entire dairy industry. In North America, an estimated 21...
The Young family incorporates agriculture into family entertainment. Before planning your next trip to the waterpark or beach, consider spending your weekend on the farm. Not just any farm though. Young's...
MUCH more than meets the eye has gone into making "the queen of forages." Looks are deceiving when it comes to what is perhaps dairy producers' favorite cattle feed. Alfalfa is known to date back at least...
Despite public perception, growing herd size does not have to equate to less individualized care for animals. by In a conversation about animal welfare, or more specifically poor animal welfare, oftentimes...
Members uphold the Holstein Association USA motto of working to be the best. There was cause for celebration as many made it to the winners' circle at the 2013 National Junior Holstein Convention in Indianapolis,...
In late lactation, forage substitute, high byproduct diets can support the milk production in the short term. For anyone who tracks the dairy industry, it's no secret that feed prices have left many producers...
Holstein youth are testing their knowledge and being recognized for their achievements at the 2013 National Holstein Convention. For Holstein youth, this week truly is "the race to the finish line" at...
High feed costs force heavier culling. Frazer Certified Public Accountants and Consultants, LLP prepare accounting records for dairy operations in seven western states – Washington, Oregon, California...
Dairy feed cost situation is night and day different from a year ago. The West is scorching, yet much of the Midwest and East are soggy. And while crops there generally got a very slow start, high soil...
