So far this winter, I’ve been donning a cozy knitted headband and the messiest of buns daily. Luckily for my ego, my main companions (our cows) seem to experience their own horrid hair days as well

Make it your goal this year to spend some time advocating for agriculture

Initiating difficult conversations and skillful negotiations takes practice and finesse

Life isn’t always simple and perfect, but that’s what makes it valuable

My study abroad to Costa Rica showed me how agriculture in another country can differ but still be just as efficient or even more so

Fighting online comment wars will not change perceptions of agriculture

There is a lot that the public may not realize about the dairy farmers behind their food products

Companies are committing to environmentally friendly practices, but it still starts in the field and on the farm

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

Sometimes it takes just one experience or one event to spark a young person’s interest in agriculture

These apps can help your dairy run more smoothly

Cows are herd animals and often don’t like to be separated by themselves, but at the same time, crowded cattle can’t reach their full potential

As dairy farmers, no matter how long we have been in this career, there are always mistakes we can learn from

Perusing my grandparents’ 1960s farm journals tells the story of farming in a different time and details our family’s history

A new perspective can be one of gratitude

Virginia Tech’s Michael Barnes passes away after a life of supporting young people

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

For someone looking for an internship, part-time job, or full-time opportunity, in-person connections are the best way to show off skills and highlight work experiences to potential employers