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

They aren’t always perfect, but we know we can depend on our automated milking systems

When making decisions about which cows to keep and which ones to sell, don’t forget about the ones that have already paid back their rearing costs

Looking back at last year can help us protect agriculture from activists in the future

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

Whey protein is both a dairy by-product and valuable nutrition tool

As college students try to focus on final exams, they are missing their families and time spent celebrating the holidays

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

This past weekend, my children had an appointment to see Santa at the local mall. I was pretty proud of myself for getting the appointment in advance so that we could avoid the torture

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

Fighting online comment wars will not change perceptions of agriculture

Backlogged shipping means we have more reason than ever to support local farmers and businesses

When you farm full time, having a buddy that doubles as entertainment is a must. I’m an animal lover to the core, and farm dogs have a special place in my heart

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

Steven and Connie Schmitt’s commitment, passion, and hard work as a farming couple is evidenced by a collection of aerial farm photos proudly displayed

The state of California faces a water deficit that will take years to repair

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Western Dairy Management Conference in Reno, Nev. Let me just say that it was amazing to be at an in-person conference

Hope for the best and plan for the unexpected — if life was just that easy. The Virginia 4-H dairy bowl team was comprised of four very talented young ladies

I live in an old farmhouse. It’s got a creepy dirt basement, splintery old floors, and drafty, well, drafts. Last night, on my way to the bathroom, I stumbled, threw out a hand to catch myself