Learning to trust myself and my abilities in my role on the farm has been the most important skill I’ve had to learn

From past to present, Guernseys have been a staple at the Hoard’s Dairyman Farm, and in 2021 the herd earned some new production awards

It’s officially here — chopping season, and with that comes bunker-covering season

There is no denying this is one of the busiest seasons during the year. For the average person, it’s a combination of the end of the school year and all the activities surrounding it

As the days get longer and the sun gets hotter, hay and planting season are the only things on our minds

It’s pouring rain in Iowa today, which means we get to take a breath and slow down a bit — or at least catch up on a few things

Though we might not always be set up to succeed, dairy farmers overcome challenges every day to care for our animals and our business

An original piece of art and a quote by W.D. Hoard commemorate the hardworking dairy cow

I watched my first state dairy bowl contest in 1982 – just two years after the contest debuted on the national level. I was instantly engaged

Our busiest time of year is just kicking off

Young readers will soak up modern dairy farming in this new children’s book

What does sustainable agriculture look like? There’s more to it than mitigating climate change

Discussions about a farm’s transition should be intentional with all vested parties at the table

Farming requires commitment and passion like few other careers do

Entries from the Hoard’s Dairyman Farm Creamery did well at the world’s largest dairy products contest

Regular maintenance can go a long way in preserving a dairy’s hard working skid steer

Sharing recipes and photos of food online is very popular right now, and these photography tips will help you showcase your culinary creation

Whether you are a football fan or not, the biggest game of the year has some fun ties to dairy

School districts will have the option to continue serving low-fat flavored milk for the next few years, according to a USDA rule being announced today

Are you thinking about advocating more for dairy and dairy farming in 2022? That's great, and I highly encourage it