I recently just finished a 5K (5 kilometer) race held in conjunction with the Quad Cities Marathon

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

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

We moved our calves from hutches into a barn, and while the benefits were many, there were challenges we had to work through, too

Sand is widely regarded as the best bedding for dairy cows. But not all sand is created equally

The dairy judging contest held at the North American International Livestock Exposition is the final contest of the year

You can expect more consistency from cow to cow with any automation product. But successful implementation is not possible without thoughtful planning, preparation and follow-up

Sand is widely regarded as the best bedding for dairy cows. But not all sand is created equally. Sand is available in a range of particle sizes for a variety of different uses

March is one of those months that is, plain and simple, unpredictable. The time change throws everyone off at the beginning of the month, and the weather doesn’t know what it wants to do

Sharing their knowledge and experience cultivates dairy advocates

World Dairy Expo 2022 kicked off with youth contests on Sunday, October 2, including the three divisions of dairy cattle evaluation

Our farm means much more to me than most would see

A tragedy this weekend reminds us of the importance of being prepared

Cousins Delana Erbsen and Nevin Erbsen of Lanark, Ill., were the highest placing individuals at the National FFA Dairy Cattle Evaluation and Management contest held in Indianapolis, Ind., in late October

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

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

When fun shenanigans, team camaraderie, and years of dedicated work come together, it has the ability to cement lifelong friendships and a lifestyle you can’t ignore

One sire, two cows, and three big awards. Senior and Grand Champion honors, as well as Best Udder went to Highcroft Absolute Lily-Red. Reserve Senior and Reserve Grand Champion was awarded to Meadow-G

FFA members from four states competed in the Central National FFA Dairy Judging Contest

For the third consecutive year, Wisconsin came out on top at the National 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest