I have pulled many newborn calves since coming home from college. I am usually the go-to person when one of our employees sees a cow or heifer struggling to calve

As a farmer, you put your heart and soul into what you do. You live, eat, and breathe the work you do. It is not a job but a lifestyle. It can bring you great joy one moment and heartache the next

We all have something that makes our farm unique, and we all have differing ways of accomplishing our goals as dairy farmers

Two surgeries. Two hospitalizations. Four different antibiotics. I’m still praying that this fourth antibiotic does what it’s supposed to

We as an industry, not just dairy but all of agriculture, need to start standing up for each other in unison

It’s easy to let a down year or sad events drag us down, but the power of thankfulness is the reality of realizing where our priorities really lie

Each time you ask your friends and family to #ThankAFarmer this holiday season, remember to be a #ThankfulFarmer, too

This Thanksgiving, I am most grateful for the farmers, ranchers, and those who work in the agriculture industry for providing the world with the necessities to life

Your network of consultants can bring new information and ideas to the dairy

The California landscape has always been evolving but recently the change has expedited dramatically

There is just something special about that time as you slip on your boots and head to the barn

The argument that America’s Dairyland is not attractive is a flawed one

“In 2 miles, turn left on Burr Salem Road,” Siri’s charming voice kindly reminds me.If you’re like me, Siri is now part of your drive to any new destination

A recent article appeared in the New York Post about a farmer that lost his life when his cow rammed him against the fence

Every letter of the alphabet is represented on the farm

Most Halloween stories are told to a tune of scary music that leave you feeling frightened and weary. When given the choice of trick or treat, we will all typically choose treat

We have to take care of ourselves as well

Our first LimFlex-sired bull calf arrived last week. It represents the beginning of another herd size management strategy we’re slowly adopting

Extra thought put into a robot barn design is time well spent

“What are your goals?” That question came up during my visit to World Dairy Expo last week. It was one of the questions I was asked as a panelist in Dairy Girl Network’s