For many young dairy cattle enthusiasts, the opportunity to participate in a national judging contest at World Dairy Expo is a top goal of their judging career

When it comes to milk quality, there are details I can see now that I couldn’t before we had our voluntary milking system

We’ve all heard the cliché, “Great minds think alike,” but have you ever stopped and really thought about that phrase?

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Running our farm for a month using a generator is a good reminder that it never hurts to have emergency plans in place

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

Milking in both our parlor and with the robots provided some benefits, but certain costs recently led us back to milking exclusively with one system

No matter the season of the year or the season of life you’re in, farmhouses offer the ultimate warm embrace

Being in sales can have a bad reputation, but I appreciate it as a chance to solve problems and provide value for customers

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