For our 1,000+ Producers
Welcome to this Hoard’s Dairyman section, tailored specifically to you. We'll provide content focused on the unique requirements and challenges found on operations milking more than 1,000 cows.

March 15 2024
There is no question which ration on a dairy receives the least attention. Often overlooked is the diet for the far-off dry cows
March 15 2024
It isn’t so much that people don’t want to learn, it’s that they don’t want to be made to learn
March 15 2024
For the third year, the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference hosted an on-farm fall field day to provide another opportunity for the dairy industry to come together and exchange ideas
Feb. 15 2024
Lamenes is a major issue in the dairy industry, significantly affecting the health, well-being, and productivity of cows
Feb. 15 2024
Surely, our grandparents could not have envisioned a day when cow burps are regarded as culprits in global warming and nut-based beverages are viewed as sustainable alternatives to milk
Dec. 15 2023
CEO of the living assets” is how Siebren Jacobi describes the position of a herd manager
Nov. 15 2023
The milking center is at the heart of a dairy farm, and when the time comes to make updates, producers can be faced with a big decision
Nov. 15 2023
Events like World Dairy Expo can make a dairy producer’s heart beat a little faster at the sight of shiny new equipment and innovative technology to manage the herd
Nov. 15 2023
In contemporary dairy production, customizing feeding groups based on cows’ physiological state is standard practice to meet specific nutrient requirements and enhance health, productivity, and well-being
Oct. 15 2023
Dairy farmers are constantly seeking sustainable and cost-effective feed options for their cows. While alfalfa is a popular forage source, at times it can be expensive and limited by its availability
Oct. 15 2023
The author is a freelance writer and dairy farmer from Wisconsin.FARM owners need to be aware of the legal side of hiring and retaining good employees and handling underperforming employees