As the country continues to reopen following COVID-19, I’ve had the opportunity to again visit with farmers through one-on-one conversations, meetings, and public events featuring farmers

The topic of responsible and sustainable animal agriculture has received a lot of attention in recent years, but these concepts are nothing new to the American farmer

The issues we can tackle as dairy advocates are numerous

Charcuterie boards are a hot trend. As dairy folks, now is the time to flaunt one of our most beloved products, cheese

Whether it’s a quick farm fix or entertainment for the grandkids, farmers are masters at creating just about anything out of random finds around the farm

I wouldn’t trade my farm life for anything, and I thank God every day for it

Battling heat, fire, and ice over the last year, dairy farmers are still doing their best to care for their animals

Consumers are eager to learn more about agriculture and events like “Breakfast on the Farm” show them the truth behind farming

The national and local dairy checkoffs have teamed up to launch the Your Dairy Checkoff podcast

I’m slightly ashamed to admit that I used to be a very different person. I used to be the kind of farmer who wore the long hours like a badge of honor

To tell an effective agriculture story online, a farm should consider who they’re trying to reach, what information they want to share, and what content will do the best job of reaching consumers

While our methods may have changed over time, providing a safe product for our consumers is the goal of every dairy farmer

It had been a long, hot, tiring week, but then my son reminded me that patience and kindness are always worth it

Waking at the crack of dawn is nothing new for Indiana dairy farmer Jill Houin. However, feeling like a celebrity with a police escort and a crowd of fans is not her typical morning routine

Farming is a dangerous occupation, but the costs of health insurance leave many uncovered or underinsured

Resiliency in the face of a global pandemic gives us extra reasons to honor and promote the dairy industry this year

Accurate results from forage testing begins with the you. For the sake of your animals, be sure to gather the most accurate sample

Small jobs on the farm can create big learning opportunities for children

California’s water situation has not been good for a long time; however, this year could prove to be even worse

My farm boys have just two weeks of school left while many others are already out of school. It’s the time of year that kids look forward to the most, a magical time in childhood