The thought of creating a business plan for your farm can be daunting, but this document serves several important purposes. For starters, it may be required by a lender when applying for financing. It...

The strong work ethic reputation that farm kids carry most often comes from job responsibilities that began at a young age

One element of farm profitability is generating more revenue from the possessions you already own

The 93rd Hoard’s Dairyman Cow Judging Contest is ready for your entries

California dairy farmers face their own kinds of struggles, and I’m glad I learned more about their style!

A new year has begun, and the days are getting longer again. With mild temperatures in the Midwest this week, it almost feels like the start of spring

As you move into 2023, don’t forget to think about goals and simple changes — both big and small — that could help you and your operation continue to improve

Whether it is a tractor-loving toddler or a teenager who grew up in the inner city somewhere, we need young people of all backgrounds and ethnicities to be excited about agriculture and help feed the world

At the Sustainable Agriculture Summit, three college students shared their thoughts on sustainability during a panel discussion

The discussion at animal rights conferences held over the past year continued to focus on animal agriculture

Americans are snacking more, and cheese and yogurt can be two satiating, nutritious options

From people to cows, no one likes to be overcrowded, so the goal is to put up facilities that will meet today and tomorrow’s needs

In one summer, my brother went from farmer to rocket scientist

If your local store is low on dairy products, take the time to say something – they may thank you

Despite the opinions of extreme activists, dairy still has a place in the world that should be defended

Judge Pierre Boulet rushed across the colored shavings in dramatic fashion to select Oakfield Solom Footloose-ET as his Grand Champion of the International Holstein Show

The World Dairy Expo grounds host more than 1,000 top-of-the-line animals throughout the week

While cows are front and center at World Dairy Expo, the high-quality feed needed for dairy cattle to remain productive and healthy is also recognized during the show

For Ken Main and Kenny Joe Manion of Copake, N.Y., success at the International Brown Swiss Show once again came from their winning Aged Cow and Senior Champion, Cutting Edge Thunder Faye

As the first day of cattle shows came to a close at the 2022 World Dairy Expo, Judge Joe Sparrow of Owenton, Ky., tapped the winning Senior Three-Year-Old as his Grand Champion at the International Milking...