Following a lifestyle that includes making decisions that are good for the planet continues to grow in importance to many consumers, especially those that fall in the demographic of Gen Z

This creative piece was written by one of our regular authors, Gerald Anderson. Be sure to read the full story to reveal a fun twist at the end!

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...

We’re gearing up for a very rare occasion on our farm — my mom and dad are taking multiple days off to go visit one of our relatives in Florida!

If you’re involved in agriculture, the chances are high that you’ve seen FFA emblems around your community and over social media this week

Certain parts of the country need more training and technicians to keep up with the number of robotic milking systems that are being installed

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

Supplying delicious food to our communities is another reason to be thankful this season

Time shows us what is most important and puts our goals into perspective

Labor costs more than just money on a farm. That can be positive while also challenging

Busy times mean people less familiar with our operations may be signing on to help. It’s our responsibility to ensure they stay safe, too

Applications for our 2023 Hoard’s Dairyman editorial internship are due October 21

The sights and smells of the Hoard’s Dairyman Farm help keep us connected to production agriculture

Farm help is on the decline in our area and across the country, and it is a driving force for why some farms are choosing robotics

“Sustainable food systems” was a big buzz word last year as the United Nations prepared to host its inaugural Food Systems Summit (FSS). The aim of the FSS was “to help inspire a decade...

Although unloading small square bales of hay is a hot, tiresome, and dreaded task by us all, it also brings back cherished memories from life as a farm kid and heartwarming thoughts of generations that...

If our animals get sick or injured, we do anything we can to help them heal. These two success stories are examples of that commitment

We brought back the beloved Gopher Dairy Camp for the summer of 2022, and I couldn’t be happier with how it went

Hear it from a college senior – take every opportunity you can get to grow and learn to build a better future for yourself

It’s officially here — chopping season, and with that comes bunker-covering season