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Agricultural lessons from around the world

Feb. 9 2023

Our cows have personalities that make working with them more interesting and only occasionally more difficult

BY Mikayla Peper, 2022 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern

Feb. 6 2023

Traveling and learning about global agriculture helps me to be a stronger agricultural advocate

Dreaming of spring

The cow that won’t be sold

Feb. 3 2023

As the days start to get just a little bit longer, it has me longing for the warmer days to come

Dairy judging fun for all ages

Jan. 26 2023

One cow on our farm holds a particularly special place in my heart

A Midwest girl visits the West Coast

Jan. 24 2023

The 93rd Hoard’s Dairyman Cow Judging Contest is ready for your entries

BY Mikayla Peper, 2022 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern

Jan. 23 2023

California dairy farmers face their own kinds of struggles, and I’m glad I learned more about their style!

The winter chore boot saga

Jan. 19 2023

Finding chore boots that keep feet warm, dry, and comfortable seems to be a continuing struggle for many farmers

Frozen Virginia

Embracing the scrappiness

Jan. 12 2023

An unusually cold snap made our job more challenging this Christmas

Setting your sights on a website

BY Erin Massey

Jan. 10 2023

This new year is the time to make the most of what we have and give our best shot

Jan. 9 2023

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

Overwhelmed with calves

Milkin’ in a muddy wonderland

Jan. 5 2023

The month of December was a little touch-and-go in our calf barn as we were dealing with an abundance of calves and disease challenges

It’s the holiday baking boom

Dec. 15 2022

Through the rain and weather, we have been working to keep our cows healthy this winter

Fresh eyes for the new year

Dec. 12 2022

Dairy helps us make our favorite cookies, desserts, drinks, and more during this special time of year

Why I love dairy products as a college student

Dec. 9 2022

As you move into 2023, don’t forget to think about goals and simple changes — both big and small — that could help you and your operation continue to improve

BY Mikayla Peper, 2022 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern

Dec. 5 2022

I have a completely renewed appreciation for dairy products and their benefits as a college student

The cow that couldn’t jump over the moon

Are you celebrating No-Till November?

Dec. 1 2022

One of our cows tried to jump over a gate, but she was less athletic than she thought

The butter board bandwagon

Nov. 28 2022

Keeping crop residue stubble on your fields can provide a multitude of soil health benefits

From makeup to muck boots

Nov. 25 2022

This Thanksgiving, I decided to highlight butter in a new, trendy way

BY Mikayla Peper, 2022 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern

Nov. 21 2022

It’s not about the way farmers look; it’s the work they do that matters

I just milk cows