The “farm kid” identity definitely carries a weighted list of stereotypes — some may be perceived as negative while others prove to be a positive in the job and internship search

Farmers and agriculturalists have always known that their industry never takes a day off

The world is a weird place filled with uncertainty. Last year illustrated this, but sadly we were only a handful of days into the new year when 2021 documented this, too

Dear farmers/caretakers/blood, sweat and tear givers, I see you at the wee hours of the morning thawing waterers of ice.

If one of your resolutions for 2021 is to take better care of your mind, you have a tasty option: eat more cheese

I’ve had the same sticker on the back window of my now-rusted-out Pontiac G6 for 10 years

The pandemic has forced us to take a closer look at many shortcomings in our communities over the past few months, including those in the food system

My view today is filled with rain, snow, sleet, and lots of fog (because that’s Midwest weather for you)

It seems like everything I see, hear, or read about these days is building momentum toward the impending holiday season

Getting cows pregnant not only returns them to productivity quicker, the value of those calves can provide a significant revenue stream for the dairy

All across the country, stitched into the landscape between population centers, is where we find what people like to call “rural America.”

Newborn calves are an everyday occurrence on our family’s farm. Each one has its own unique pedigree, birth story, personality, and set of quirks

A brand new type of farm tour is on the horizon, and it’s here to reach the latest age of consumer: Generation Z

When fun shenanigans, team camaraderie, and years of dedicated work come together, it has the ability to cement lifelong friendships and a lifestyle you can’t ignore

The dairy industry enjoys a rich history full of value and innovation. When those two attributes are joined together, it brings accessible nutrition to people who need it

Looking for a bit of good news lately? Here is something those of us in agriculture can be proud of: in a recent Gallup poll that asked American adults if they had a positive or negative perception of

One of my best friends told me she wanted the full farm experience, so I invited her to stay on our acreage and dive into farm life in abundant and not-so-glamorous ways

Milk on cereal, cream cheese on a bagel, butter on toast, and yogurt with its mix-ins and toppings all give breakfast the potential to be a very dairy-friendly occasion. We’ve heard for generations

I think we can all agree 2020 has been a little rocky. COVID-19 has transformed what we think of as regular, day-to-day routines into unpredictable days, weeks, and even months

Back-to-school time is always a season of adjustment for parents and students, and that’s especially true on dairies — many are losing their best help!