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

In the hustle and bustle of busy summers on the farm, we often forget how lucky we are to do what we do every day. It’s the moments we take to invite others into our world that give us newfoun

After years of drought and fire threats, we are now faced with extra moisture while other areas are dry

Telling the dairy story is a challenge that agriculturalists are faced with, but reaching consumers with this story can be as simple as serving a hot meal

Corn Silage: From Seed to Feed is the latest offering from the Hoard’s Dairyman bookstore

It’s officially here — chopping season, and with that comes bunker-covering season

There is no denying this is one of the busiest seasons during the year. For the average person, it’s a combination of the end of the school year and all the activities surrounding it

Having to view our operations in new ways can lead to valuable innovations

Sometimes, selling a farm is the right decision

Agricultural women are tough, but we can still benefit from the experiences of others

It’s pouring rain in Iowa today, which means we get to take a breath and slow down a bit — or at least catch up on a few things

There is not one person, industry, city, technology, or politician to blame for California’s lack of water

Even when you take time off from your own dairy farm to get away, you wind up stepping foot on another one before you make it back home