Preparing cows for a successful lactation doesn’t start at freshening; it starts at the dry period

We gave this premature calf everything we could to help her succeed

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

Metritis, one of the most common fresh cow diseases, can be costly to the health of individual cows and the overall productivity of dairy operations, especially in today’s environment

The highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) virus is sweeping across the United States and affecting more than just poultry flocks and dairy cows

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

Understanding how to control flies on livestock begins with understanding the pest’s life cycle

The dry period should be a time of rest for cows and is an opportunity for the mammary system to heal and regenerate

Research indicates those that work on dairies have less gastrointestinal related symptoms than nonfarmers

The weather has caused damage to our farm already this spring, and there is not much we can do about it

Mannheimia haemolytica is one of the leading causes of respiratory disease in cattle

This young bull calf gave us quite a scare at just hours old

It is so important that we engage with policymakers to ensure animal agriculture’s voice is heard in discussions that could impact the way farmers and ranchers do what they do

We moved our calves from hutches into a barn, and while the benefits were many, there were challenges we had to work through, too

Nutrition plays a vital role in the functionality of a cow’s immune system

As an industry, we strive to feed cows as consistent and high-quality a diet as possible

Focused on educating consumers on the importance of agriculture, Pagel does so through children’s books

I’m learning that it’s okay to take time away from work for the things I care about

I have found that promoting dairy products in schools is fun for students and rewarding for farmers

It is common for producers to experience lower butterfat tests and higher numbers of butterfat inversions this time of year