Days on the farm with people we know best can lead to some interesting conversations

Production livestock, including dairy, remains a topic of discussion at animal rights conferences

If you see cows, writing, and America’s Dairyland in your future, consider applying for the Hoard’s Dairyman editorial internship

Every farm must wait until conditions are right for harvesting the next crop, but when you see neighbors and friends roll out their choppers and combines, it is difficult to be patient

Sometimes looking at life from a different angle can totally change your perspective

Make your social media posts pop using videos by following these 10 tips for creating videos with your phone

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

Sharing when we’re struggling with life can be difficult, but not sharing can be worse

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

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

Farmers usually have to do a lot more than the average person to prepare for a vacation day away from the farm

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

This collection of resources can help you build a website that best represents your farm

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

These tips make days on the farm easier

Over decades, dairy farmers have gained new tools to accomplish the same mission of caring for their animals