One of the annual summer staples around here — best served up lathered in butter and a good sprinkling of salt, in my opinion — is homegrown sweet corn

The day of a cattle show can be stressful. Having someone follow the cows around with a manure pan is crucial in order to catch any excrement that comes out the back side

Okay, this week’s article is going to be a little different. Honestly, I just want to complain for a few minutes

County and state dairy promotion programs were created to help promote the nutritional benefits of milk and dairy products to consumers

A question asked quite often in an interview is, “Who is your role model?”

What’s the best calf starter? Of course, the answer is whatever starter fits your operation

I have often felt there was an invisible wall between the beef and dairy industries, preventing them from communicating or learning from each other

As fast as agriculture is changing, some things have stayed the same. Most farms — over 90% — are still family owned and operated

I grew up in a house that was busy. That’s just the nature of dairy farming

As you are reading this, I will be in Madison, Wis., attending the Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE)

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...

When presented with a problem, we look for a solution. It is human nature to want an answer, but sometimes it is not always easy to find one

Ah, farm kids. We’re the best, aren’t we? I may be biased, but also maybe I’m not

When I was old enough to participate in junior activities through breed associations, I was terrified to do them

The weather has become far more than a topic for small talk these days

I’ve been in a weird situation lately where I want to do more than I can

I have had the unique privilege of being able to raise and show both beef and dairy cattle

Continuing education comes in many forms. Some students looking to pursue post-high school training in dairy production choose a technical college degree

Did you know that milk is the most frequently requested food at food banks but, because of its perishability, is the least donated?

Creating a cattle sale through a collegiate student organization is no easy task. This was my exact thought when some of my classmates wanted to start a dairy cattle sale at Virginia Tech