Sorting cows and defending opposing players share many similarities

Calf morbidity and mortality continue to be a challenge for dairy producers. A 2014 National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) survey found that calf mortality averaged around 8% while morbidity...

As the summer months approach, you may begin to notice the impact of rising temperatures on your animals. Heat stress can result in various health issues, such as decreased breeding efficiency, lower

For more than three decades, National Dairy Council (NDC) has collaborated with third-party health and wellness experts who complement checkoff staff in educating peers, consumers, thought leaders, media...

National Dairy Council (NDC) leads nutrition research and education on dairy’s role in healthy eating patterns that support health and wellness

The transition period spanning from 21 days before calving to 21 days after calving is a critical phase in a dairy cow’s lactation cycle

Spoilage is a challenge that all producers face at some point, and the cost of not addressing it can be high

On the dairy, decisions are never made in a vacuum. Each choice impacts the next

In this blog, you will find a simple guide to build a trustworthy website for your dairy farm

If you love dairy products but struggle with digestive issues, there are still ways to enjoy many dairy foods

In our barns, flies are the top cause of bunching cows

Understanding how to control flies on livestock begins with understanding the pest’s life cycle

Whether in the media or in the break room, there are always hot topics garnering interest

Research indicates those that work on dairies have less gastrointestinal related symptoms than nonfarmers

Mannheimia haemolytica is one of the leading causes of respiratory disease in cattle

Nutrition plays a vital role in the functionality of a cow’s immune system

Last week, we endured a series of unfortunate events. First, our dog was directly sprayed by a skunk Wednesday night

As an industry, we strive to feed cows as consistent and high-quality a diet as possible

We have to make tough decisions on the farm, and they don’t always match our true feelings

Just over five years ago, Hancock took control of the breeding program at Prairie View Dairy in Muleshoe, Texas. He found that changes needed to be made — fast