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Feb. 10 2022
Constant changes in our weather make it more important for us to do what we can to keep our animals healthy
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Feb. 3 2022
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
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Jan. 31 2022
Are you thinking about advocating more for dairy and dairy farming in 2022? That's great, and I highly encourage it
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Jan. 27 2022
Working with cows every day showcases many of their personality traits
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Jan. 21 2022
The woods, minus 15°F temperatures, and calves on the run led to yet another unpredictable day as a dairy farmer
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Jan. 20 2022
They aren’t always perfect, but we know we can depend on our automated milking systems
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Jan. 17 2022
Looking back at last year can help us protect agriculture from activists in the future
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Jan. 14 2022
The new year doesn’t have to be a time to limit ourselves. We can share what we have instead
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Jan. 11 2022
Whey protein is both a dairy by-product and valuable nutrition tool
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Jan. 7 2022
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
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Dec. 17 2021
As college students try to focus on final exams, they are missing their families and time spent celebrating the holidays
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Dec. 14 2021
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
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Dec. 10 2021
With fall field work behind us and cooler temperatures rolling in, we’ve been busy winterizing our dairy farm
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Dec. 6 2021
There are many ways to incorporate dairy into the holiday season – make it part of your annual traditions
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Nov. 26 2021
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
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Nov. 18 2021
As my time on the Iowa State Dairy Judging Team comes to a close, I am grateful for how much I grew and learned
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Nov. 17 2021
Within the dairy industry, I fall into two minority groups: I’m a woman who milks Jerseys
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Nov. 12 2021
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
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Nov. 5 2021
Hosting a virtual tour is right at the tip of your finger. Practicing, relating the content to your audience, and having a well-planned route can make it even better
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Nov. 2 2021
On or off the farm, women make valuable contributions to agriculture