In September of 2021, calf No. 939 was born here on the farm. There was nothing that made her different than the rest of the heifers born at the time. About two weeks after birth, No. 939 became sick....
As I was walking through one of our freestall barns bringing fetch cows up to get milked, it dawned on me that farmers have some very peculiar, yet somewhat boastworthy talents
Calfhood diseases can significantly affect heifer replacement rates, short-term profitability, and long-term sustainability. One often overlooked aspect contributing to this is oxidative stress
Taking time to remind ourselves and others of the need to slow down and pay attention to our surroundings can make all the difference on a farm and in life
As a full-time dairy farmer, it remains an important way for me to get inspired, learn new tools and skills, and meet others who are working toward similar goals
It is so important that we engage with policymakers to ensure animal agriculture’s voice is heard in discussions that could impact the way farmers and ranchers do what they do