Fighting online comment wars will not change perceptions of agriculture

Agricultural technologies must be shared with consumers willingly for them to include them in their diet

As my time on the Iowa State Dairy Judging Team comes to a close, I am grateful for how much I grew and learned

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

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Western Dairy Management Conference in Reno, Nev. Let me just say that it was amazing to be at an in-person conference

A world without animal agriculture wouldn’t be good for the nutritional viability of many people

I live in an old farmhouse. It’s got a creepy dirt basement, splintery old floors, and drafty, well, drafts. Last night, on my way to the bathroom, I stumbled, threw out a hand to catch myself

It is fun to envision what automation we may be able to integrate onto our dairy in the future

A new perspective can be one of gratitude

By researching companies beforehand, effectively letting out your nerves, and showing appreciation to recruiters, the career fair can be much more manageable

Though we may run different kinds or sizes of farms, all farmers share the same interest and passion

A hard-working, dedicated, and passionate showman, this year’s Merle Howard Award honoree started her showing career by exhibiting grade cattle from a nearby neighbor

If you have ever attended World Dairy Expo, you know about the sense of community on the grounds of the Alliant Energy Center

Jeff Stookey of Milford, Ind., was presented the 30th Klussendorf-MacKenzie Award during the 54th World Dairy Expo in memory of Duncan MacKenzie, the 1961 Klussendorf winner

Bri-Lin Valson Spritz found herself in a familiar position during Wednesday’s International Jersey Show

Two years may have passed since the last National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest, but things picked up similarly to where they left off in 2019 at the conclusion of this year’s competition

Iowa State University’s Dairy Science Club teaches fairgoers how to hand milk a cow, teaching them the basics of the dairy industry

Many jokes about Carhartt gear can be found throughout social media. What was once an outfitter solely for those performing manual labor is now on trend for the masses to wear

The state of California is facing a water crisis, and farmers have a whole lot to lose

State fairs can be a terrific place to connect people with agriculture, even if just for a moment