Even on the worst day, a baby calf can make you smile. They only really want one thing, and that’s food. Unlike the cows, our youngest calves can’t graze, nor do they quite understand that...

Last week, Wisconsin experienced some pretty high temperatures that seem to be sticking around. I heard the phrase, “You should be used to the heat since you’re from the south,” multiple...

Recently I saw a picture of a 4-H sign that read, “We don’t have kids to help raise our livestock. We have livestock to help raise our kids.”

Dusting off the show box, leading calves, clipping and washing animals, double checking paperwork, preparing show clothes, finalizing exhibits, and so much more are on the minds of many kids and their...

Labor availability has been an issue for years throughout the dairy community. The work is hard and stressful, and working conditions can be hot and cold

When I was growing up, it seemed as if we kept our stories to ourselves. Social media wasn’t a big deal when I was younger, so I didn’t really tell folks what all went on in my daily life

“Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes” is an old George Jones song that discusses the future of country music

A certain amount of stress can be motivating; it can drive us to take action. Unfortunately, too much stress leads to changes that impact our mind, our body, and our relationships with the people around...

The strong work ethic reputation that farm kids carry most often comes from job responsibilities that began at a young age

Valentine’s Day can look different for farmers, but we still have so much to appreciate

A website can be a valuable online platform for your business. Here are some thoughts to get you started

Dairy farming is a complex job every day and filled with many unique responsibilities

Food elitist (noun): a person or persons who uses their social platform and/or voice to shame others based on their food choices

Farmers have complex jobs that make rest difficult even when we have to

The world of ag creates more learning opportunities and times of growth than anywhere else

We’ve all heard the cliché, “Great minds think alike,” but have you ever stopped and really thought about that phrase?

Busy times mean people less familiar with our operations may be signing on to help. It’s our responsibility to ensure they stay safe, too

Farm help is on the decline in our area and across the country, and it is a driving force for why some farms are choosing robotics

Safety is critical for anyone working on the farm, but there are a few reasons why women in agriculture may be at an elevated risk

Your dairy experience can bring value to careers both inside and outside of agriculture