We can’t do it all, and that makes life easier and more fulfilling

Whether playing music on the radio during milking or humming tunes to cows while training them, smooth melodies help keep our cows (and ourselves) calm

National FFA week celebrates the impact of agricultural education, and you can make a difference in that mission

Everything farming-related seems to fall within a cycle of tasks, and there’s a blurred line between getting caught up, being ahead, or falling behind

They may not be glamorous, but we can share what we love about our roles in agriculture to attract others

We’re happiest at home in our old farmhouse that is surrounded by cattle murmurs, country fields, and starlit skies, so it was the perfect backdrop for a marriage proposal

The woods, minus 15°F temperatures, and calves on the run led to yet another unpredictable day as a dairy farmer

Whey protein is both a dairy by-product and valuable nutrition tool

So far this winter, I’ve been donning a cozy knitted headband and the messiest of buns daily. Luckily for my ego, my main companions (our cows) seem to experience their own horrid hair days as well

This past weekend, my children had an appointment to see Santa at the local mall. I was pretty proud of myself for getting the appointment in advance so that we could avoid the torture

With fall field work behind us and cooler temperatures rolling in, we’ve been busy winterizing our dairy farm

There are many ways to incorporate dairy into the holiday season – make it part of your annual traditions

When you farm full time, having a buddy that doubles as entertainment is a must. I’m an animal lover to the core, and farm dogs have a special place in my heart

Companies are committing to environmentally friendly practices, but it still starts in the field and on the farm

Animal rights extremists will go to great length to make their opinions known; don’t let them disrupt your farm

General Mills and the dairy checkoff turned to social media to celebrate World School Milk Day

Steven and Connie Schmitt’s commitment, passion, and hard work as a farming couple is evidenced by a collection of aerial farm photos proudly displayed

The state of California faces a water deficit that will take years to repair

On or off the farm, women make valuable contributions to agriculture

Cousins Delana Erbsen and Nevin Erbsen of Lanark, Ill., were the highest placing individuals at the National FFA Dairy Cattle Evaluation and Management contest held in Indianapolis, Ind., in late October