When people visit the farm, responding to their questions in a way they understand is a very important part of teaching them about what we do

Regular maintenance can go a long way in preserving a dairy’s hard working skid steer

Cows have personalities with each other just like we do

Everything farming-related seems to fall within a cycle of tasks, and there’s a blurred line between getting caught up, being ahead, or falling behind

Heat detection on our farm got more technical yet simpler over time

Small things can have a big meaning for those we care about

Whether you are a football fan or not, the biggest game of the year has some fun ties to dairy

Constant changes in our weather make it more important for us to do what we can to keep our animals healthy

They may not be glamorous, but we can share what we love about our roles in agriculture to attract others

Everything works smoother with our automated milking systems when we stay on schedule with our cleaning and maintenance

We’re happiest at home in our old farmhouse that is surrounded by cattle murmurs, country fields, and starlit skies, so it was the perfect backdrop for a marriage proposal

Working with cows every day showcases many of their personality traits

When making decisions about which cows to keep and which ones to sell, don’t forget about the ones that have already paid back their rearing costs

So far this winter, I’ve been donning a cozy knitted headband and the messiest of buns daily. Luckily for my ego, my main companions (our cows) seem to experience their own horrid hair days as well

With fall field work behind us and cooler temperatures rolling in, we’ve been busy winterizing our dairy farm

Our farm crew has gone from mostly men to mostly women, and each gender has brought with it a different skillset

Fighting online comment wars will not change perceptions of agriculture

When you farm full time, having a buddy that doubles as entertainment is a must. I’m an animal lover to the core, and farm dogs have a special place in my heart

Within the dairy industry, I fall into two minority groups: I’m a woman who milks Jerseys

Steven and Connie Schmitt’s commitment, passion, and hard work as a farming couple is evidenced by a collection of aerial farm photos proudly displayed