Summer’s heat and humidity bring challenges of heat stress, bacteria, and flies to our animals

This season, I find myself switching gears between farm work and wedding planning

Our farm means much more to me than most would see

Safety is critical for anyone working on the farm, but there are a few reasons why women in agriculture may be at an elevated risk

When one of my family members needs to leave the farm for a bit, it’s nice to know the rest of us can team together and still get the work done

My niece and nephews recently showed their calves at the county fair. I thought it’d be fun to ask my 4-year-old, non-farming niece a few questions about her fair experience

Our big old cow reminds me that age is just a number, and we should all take time to enjoy life

Although unloading small square bales of hay is a hot, tiresome, and dreaded task by us all, it also brings back cherished memories from life as a farm kid and heartwarming thoughts of generations that...

An abundance of new calves has us spending more time working in our calf barn, so we rely on our farm kittens for some amusement

We brought back the beloved Gopher Dairy Camp for the summer of 2022, and I couldn’t be happier with how it went

In the hustle and bustle of busy summers on the farm, we often forget how lucky we are to do what we do every day. It’s the moments we take to invite others into our world that give us newfoun

After years of drought and fire threats, we are now faced with extra moisture while other areas are dry

Corn Silage: From Seed to Feed is the latest offering from the Hoard’s Dairyman bookstore

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 Hoard’s Dairyman editorial intern, I plan to further myself as an agricultural communicator by learning from those around me and continuing to explore the dairy industry and the people behind...

Having to view our operations in new ways can lead to valuable innovations

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

We are very thankful for the working relationships and friendships we have established with our country neighbors