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Sept. 2 2022
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
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Sept. 1 2022
This season, I find myself switching gears between farm work and wedding planning
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Aug. 30 2022
Caring for our cows is the top responsibility of dairy farmers, and that leads to a few special animals.dairy, Animal Care
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Aug. 26 2022
The national dairy checkoff is working to promote our products through Tik Tok influencers
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Aug. 25 2022
Our farm means much more to me than most would see
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Aug. 19 2022
The barn office is the heartbeat of our family farm professionally and personally
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Aug. 18 2022
When one of my family members needs to leave the farm for a bit, it’s nice to know the rest of us can team together and still get the work done
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Aug. 17 2022
Whether they meant to or not, previous generations of women working in agriculture serve as role models for today’s dairy industry
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Aug. 11 2022
Thunderstorms provide welcome relief for us and the cows when summer heat becomes oppressing
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Aug. 5 2022
My niece and nephews recently showed their calves at the county fair. I thought it’d be fun to ask my 4-year-old, non-farming niece a few questions about her fair experience
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Aug. 4 2022
Corn silage harvest means all hands are on deck to make the best feed we can for our cows
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Aug. 2 2022
Farming requires long, often hectic, days, but it’s worth it when you’re doing something you love
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Aug. 1 2022
Take a couple of advocating tips with you to the fair this summer
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July 29 2022
The things I love about farming make it worth the challenges
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July 28 2022
Our big old cow reminds me that age is just a number, and we should all take time to enjoy life
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July 27 2022
“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...
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July 22 2022
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...
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July 21 2022
Before we update the calf housing on our dairy, we want to be sure we are making the best choice for us and our animals
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July 19 2022
Dairying provides many little instances of joy
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July 15 2022
Engaging with our consumers builds trust as we share the stories of our farms