From La Niña to El Niño, what does the shifting Pacific mean for your 2026 yields? Atmospheric scientist Matt Reardon leans toward optimism while keeping his eyes on these factors.

Dr. Adam Beard shares new research evaluating short-term contact between cows and calves and its impact on early calf health and growth.

What started as a simple way to spot my husband behind the wheel has evolved into a noisy, three-honk love language.

As Western cattle migrate to the Upper Midwest, the 2026 market is defined by a massive regional processing boom and a relentless focus on the high-value beef-on-dairy “black calf” premium.

As the limitations of manual culturing and visual inspection become more apparent, the industry is shifting toward passive detection — systems that monitor the cow without requiring extra labor hours. But this requires expert interpretation from veterinarians to ensure the data translates into actionable treatment.

New Farm Journal research explores six keys highlighting consolidation risk, regional divides and expansion sweet spots in a shifting landscape that prioritizes integrity and a tech mindset.