The transition period spanning from 21 days before calving to 21 days after calving is a critical phase in a dairy cow’s lactation cycle

The Portuguese-American population is abundant within California’s dairy industry

Making hay on hills and mountains is not a simple task

The heat and humidity of this month make for long days of dairy farming

My performance and energy are best when I eat well, just like they are for our cows

Even though the summer months are always busy on the dairy, farming families know how to make work and play memorable and fun for all generations

Being born and raised in Hilmar, California, has led me to where I am today

Our farm dog and the cow with biggest personality became fast friends

Those of us who live on multigenerational farms are surrounded by the history of our families

On the dairy, decisions are never made in a vacuum. Each choice impacts the next

The ability to drive an array of vehicles is one skill farmers acquire

Millions of Americans do not have access to healthy foods

We can connect with health-conscious consumers where they are doing their grocery shopping

Employers are generally impressed by students participating in internships and summer jobs. Consider working in agriculture!

Spending time together is greatest gift I can give my dad

We take a lot of steps to help our employees feel like they belong at our farm, so they want to come to work every day

I learned how to take better care of myself postpartum after recognizing the value of my nutrition

Working with your spouse all day every day certainly isn’t for everyone. For a lot of dairy farmers, though, it’s a great way to interact with your spouse throughout the day while still having...

If you love dairy products but struggle with digestive issues, there are still ways to enjoy many dairy foods

While you may already use herd management software, there is always room for improvement, even for the most efficient dairies