This morning and afternoon 13 collegiate dairy judging teams and more than 50 students are evaluating cattle and preparing their reasons in hopes of being named a national champion

The state of California is facing a water crisis, and farmers have a whole lot to lose

Sharing our emotions and moving forward anyway could be the new definition of toughness

Holtz Dairy uses a rotational grazing system to help feed their organic dairy herd. They converted 150 acres to this system after being unable to grow crops on the soil

Don’t let a full plate scare you away from a new opportunity. Saying “yes” can introduce you to new friends and interests

With more emphasis being placed on the well-being of livestock all the time, students can gain experience in this type of evaluation through the Animal Welfare Assessment Contest

We added a small milk culturing lab to our farm, and I highly recommend it to other farmers

I’m slightly ashamed to admit that I used to be a very different person. I used to be the kind of farmer who wore the long hours like a badge of honor

While our methods may have changed over time, providing a safe product for our consumers is the goal of every dairy farmer

Farmers tend to be most enthusiastic and tell our best anecdotes to fellow farmers; however, paring down stories or biting our tongue on details about our farm can be a true disservice to the consumer...

Accurate results from forage testing begins with the you. For the sake of your animals, be sure to gather the most accurate sample

National Dairy Month is always a time of pride for dairy farmers and the industry as a whole

I was once told by a vet, “The scours didn't kill your calf, you did.” I was completely appalled at the fact that he had just accused me of letting my calf die

This has been a disappointing week in my little corner of the world

If you use social media to promote your farm, are you making yourself a target for activists?

Cow cooling, animal care, and a well-balanced ration all go a long way in in keeping cows healthy through hot weather.

The future is bright for college students studying agriculture

Popular ag promoter Dairy Carrie offers advice on how to become a sponsored advocate

A year later, the COVID-19 pandemic still reminds us of the blessings farm life provides

Whether it’s extreme heat in the summer, extended rainy periods in the spring, or plummeting temperatures in the winter, weather dictates every animal’s needs and a farmer’s daily routine