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

This season, I find myself switching gears between farm work and wedding planning

Caring for our cows is the top responsibility of dairy farmers, and that leads to a few special animals.dairy, Animal Care

My summer as the Hoard’s Dairyman editorial intern has given me some priceless learning moments and memories

Safety is critical for anyone working on the farm, but there are a few reasons why women in agriculture may be at an elevated risk

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

My children are growing up a different way than I did on the farm, so it’s hard teaching the same valuable lessons

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

Corn silage harvest means all hands are on deck to make the best feed we can for our cows

Farming requires long, often hectic, days, but it’s worth it when you’re doing something you love

Everyone wants to feel valued. Farm workers are no different, no matter how big or small the job is

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...

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

Dairying provides many little instances of joy

Engaging with our consumers builds trust as we share the stories of our farms

Overseeing dairy manufacturing keeps my days variable and full

An abundance of new calves has us spending more time working in our calf barn, so we rely on our farm kittens for some amusement

My dad spoke at the funeral for a man who worked for us for most of his life and did his own rendition of “So God made a farmer.”

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

Framing our conversations around sustainability makes the word mean something farmers and consumers can grab on to