A first lactation heifer’s initial experience in a voluntary milking system or robot is so important to the cow and the farmer

Cows like routine just like humans do

There are some things in life that are just ridiculously satisfying. You may have seen those videos on social media where something so simple is strangely pleasing to watch

U.S. Olympian Elle Purrier St. Pierre grew up on a dairy farm and now uses her sport to promote the industry and its products

March may be a crazy month, but knowing that our heifers are safe and that folks have resources to ask about agriculture makes it all worth the time

Whether playing music on the radio during milking or humming tunes to cows while training them, smooth melodies help keep our cows (and ourselves) calm

Cows have personalities with each other just like we do

National FFA week celebrates the impact of agricultural education, and you can make a difference in that mission

Everything farming-related seems to fall within a cycle of tasks, and there’s a blurred line between getting caught up, being ahead, or falling behind

Small things can have a big meaning for those we care about

Constant changes in our weather make it more important for us to do what we can to keep our animals healthy

We’re happiest at home in our old farmhouse that is surrounded by cattle murmurs, country fields, and starlit skies, so it was the perfect backdrop for a marriage proposal

The Hoard’s Dairyman Cow Judging Contest is open and waiting for entries

Working with cows every day showcases many of their personality traits

The woods, minus 15°F temperatures, and calves on the run led to yet another unpredictable day as a dairy farmer

The new year doesn’t have to be a time to limit ourselves. We can share what we have instead

Some of the animals we work with show off strong personalities

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

Hollywood could be the missing link for the agriculture industry to reach bigger audiences

With fall field work behind us and cooler temperatures rolling in, we’ve been busy winterizing our dairy farm