Our first LimFlex-sired bull calf arrived last week. It represents the beginning of another herd size management strategy we’re slowly adopting

Extra thought put into a robot barn design is time well spent

It is determination that is woven into the fabric of some of the best dairymen and women I know. It is this characteristic that gets us all through the toughest times and sets the best apart from the rest

Body condition scoring is an inexpensive tool that can benefit your herd in the long run

National Farmers Day on October 12 is a great opportunity for consumers to get to know you, trust you, and ask you questions directly

ExpoTV has been expanded to share even more aspects of the show

They come from all across the country, but they find common ground in dairy

‘Tis the season for sleepless nights, stress, and quality corn silage

We live in an age of instant answers. Instead of wondering, we’re searching

There are a lot of things robots can do better and more consistently than humans, but there are still some aspects of the dairy that require a human touch

As dairy farmers, we must not only know how to solve problems, but we must also know why

Life lessons, fun memories, and family traditions make the county fair a special place for many of us

Knowing my cows means I know more than just their name, I know them.

We started chopping our corn silage July 20 this year and finished chopping August 18. It has definitely been one of the longest silage seasons I have ever encountered. We planted a good bit more corn

It’s not hard to persuade someone when you are face-to-face with them. They can see your smile, eyes, and body language, which gives them clues on whether or not they should trust you

You’ve made it through the spring and summer shows with this year’s show string. Whether you are going to more shows in the coming months or not, you’ve got a lot to be proud of

“So, how did it feel marrying into a farm family?” is a question I often get asked as a young female dairy farmer

I’ve always been proud of where I came from. Growing up on a farm is a unique experience that not every child gets the opportunity to have

We can be brave. We can tell our side of the story despite the opposition they will inevitably throw at us

With each county fair, with each 4-H project, there are lessons learned . . . both for my children and for me