New Mexico boasts the largest average herd size in the nation (2,307 cows per farm in 2013), so dairy is no stranger to the state. However, a smaller number of large farms means that traditional "farm...

As the online media manger, much of my day is spent online. As a publication, we share new stories with those interested in dairy cattle. However, as an individual, you need to be careful of what you share...

Dairy management programs offered at no cost. No dairy herd is a cookie cutter of the next. Each have their own unique set of fixed costs, feed options and management criteria. Fortunately, there is software...

Some farming operations have turned to agritourism as a way to share the value of agriculture with the typical consumer. While a small portion have turned this educational platform into a viable business...

At first glance, the U.S. Department of Labor's (USDOL) proposed updates to child labor laws appear harmless. But, as is the case with most government regulations, the devil is in the details

Trade shows and free stuff go together like playoff baseball in October. If you're in need of pens, tablets, stress balls, or tee-shirts, trade shows like World Dairy Expo are the place to be

Agri-Mark cooperative is taking heat for claims in its Cabot brand.The Methuen, Mass., cooperative, owner of the popular Cabot and McCadam brands in the Northeast, has resolved a complaint with the Vermont...

On day two of the World Ag Expo, we marveled at the booming attendance starting bright and early. We camped-out in one of the main parking lots and videoed visitors entering the grounds and parking their...

Just one hour. That's all it will take for you to participate in the new Hoard's Dairyman monthly webinar series starting next Monday, January 10, at noon, central time. And you won't have to go any further...

In the rush of the end of summer, most of us find ourselves at some sort of fair or another. For Minnesotans, it usually means the State Fair - twelve days of fun that always end on labor day. During the...

Despite claims and/or inferences by those who market them, yet another scientific study has concluded that the only difference between BST-free or organic milk versus "regular" milk is their cost

In August of 2024, I decided it was time to share my passion for the dairy industry with the kids and parents in my community

In third grade, my teacher gave out superlatives at the end of the year. I received the “most organized.”

Long story, short — my husband and I are in our own private book club. Let me elaborate and give you my pitch to start your own mini book club (even if it’s just you)

Think about it for a moment: you, your family, your friends – chances are, someone you know has enjoyed a dairy product within the last 24 hours

Ever since I was a kid, June has been my favorite month. Growing up, it was the time of year when the pools were opening, school was ending, and I was able to kick back and be the pesky little kid running...

What’s delicious, nutritious, and sustainably produced? U.S. dairy. The topic of responsible and sustainable animal agriculture has garnered significant attention in recent years, but these concepts...

World Milk Day is celebrated each year on June 1, and was established in 2001 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations

I think our daughter has taken a bath every night this week, which we typically try to do every other night for the sake of time

Dairy farmers have a lot to worry about in a day’s time — from crops and the weather to livestock and our families