Leaving the farm, even for a short while, requires detailed planning ahead of time

2023 was a challenging year for dairy producers, navigating economic struggles, and uncertainties. In such times, Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP) insurance emerges as a crucial tool to mitigate risks and...

It takes both mental and physical strength to be a part of a farming family

In the realm of beef cross calves, the presence of beef genetics imparts inherent advantages, promising greater consistency and robust muscling when compared to their all-dairy breed counterparts

We’ve had to try a new approach for bedding our cows’ pack barn

Cow location technology can help reduce frustration, stress and lost time spent seeking specific animals

Dumping milk is painful but what we have to do when a tank is not safe to sell

A productive cow isn’t always a profitable cow. A profitable cow performs in milk volume and quality, breeds back quickly and experiences few health events

It is common for producers to experience lower butterfat tests and higher numbers of butterfat inversions this time of year

We are dealing with raccoons impacting our ability to milk our cows

Sand is widely regarded as the best bedding for dairy cows. But not all sand is created equally

A rapid decline in pH is crucial to achieving an optimal silage fermentation, preserving silage nutrients, and maximizing the feed’s value

In today's dynamic dairy farming landscape, strategic protocol implementation plays a crucial role in a sustainable dairy operation

Inadvertently, I became a go-to animal health guru in my county

A number of dairy organizations work together to manage crisis and issues and strengthen consumer confidence in our farms and products

From their spots to their behaviors, no two cows are alike

Just over five years ago, Hancock took control of the breeding program at Prairie View Dairy in Muleshoe, Texas. He found that changes needed to be made — fast

Partnerships developed by Dairy Management Inc. and the dairy checkoff drive sales of dairy products at restaurant chains across the country and around the world

My love of farming and strong work ethic trace back to summers spent making hay on my uncle’s farm

Thanks to the Nedap SmartFlow Milk Meter, farmers like Austin Webster of Greenleaf, Wis., can more closely monitor the pulse of their herd like never before, gaining timely, accurate, actionable insights...