When troubleshooting cow health issues, go back to the basics

Colostrum management is a crucial aspect of calf health, fundamentally influencing the future productivity and resilience of dairy herds

Just when I thought I had seen bad when it came to natural disasters, I was totally wrong

Some jobs may come to an end, but we it is only a moment before we are preparing for the next phase

Finding reliable, well-trained labor to milk cows is becoming increasingly difficult

From hand-written 4x6 paper note cards and breeding wheels to cowside data entry and real-time performance alerts, dairy farm technology has come a long way

There is always something to be done on a farm, and the list may sometimes seem never-ending

Accurate close-up rations can be hard to navigate, make sure you have the right tools to do so

Our animals have their own personalities that can make them easier or harder to work with

Kindness on social media can lead to productive conversations

Pneumonia, or bovine respiratory disease (BRD), is one of the most common diseases dairy farms and calf ranches battle on a daily basis

Our daughter recently got her first pair of cowgirl boots, the first of many pairs of boots in her future

Donating a gallon of milk could make the difference in your community

The parade of Brown Swiss champions is one of the highlights of World Dairy Expo’s cattle shows

One of the most highly anticipated events for dairy cattle lovers across the world starts this week, which means our farm here at Hoard’s Dairyman will have many visitors

Why do you feed supplemental fat to your herd? Perhaps you’re aiming to propel your milkfat higher to capture more revenue in your milk check, or you recognize the impact bypass fat can have on feed...

Don’t just thank farmers this time of year as they begin harvest, thank the ones that feed them, too

Showing at the county fair teaches us many things that we will continue to carry with us our entire lives

Sort gate technology adds value by helping cows exhibit natural behaviors with easy cow flow and gives animals more time at the feedbunk or lying in stalls by not retracing steps postmilking

Harvest is one of the most dangerous times of year for a farmer. Communication can help avoid emergency situations