We know the early life events of dairy replacement heifers have research-proven impacts on their later performance as adult dairy cows. Now, researchers are exploring how the development of young beef-cross calves influences their ultimate performance on the rail, with some surprising results.

In a significant leadership transition at California Dairies Inc. (CDI), Rob Vandenheuvel has been appointed as the new president and CEO, effective November 1.

A tight dry whey market and robust demand are both working to raise CME spot whey prices.

Meteorologist Brian Bledsoe says a strong ridge is keeping much of the U.S. warm and dry through mid-November, extending drought across key farm regions, but a pattern shift may bring some relief, and possibly even snow.

Transporting calves long distances at young ages is a growing practice for U.S. dairies. They do it to seek ideal rearing conditions and maximize their animal capacity and labor force. A detailed and well-executed plan can make the process relatively seamless.

This old compensation model — where family members accept below-market wages in exchange for a promised future inheritance — brings as many headaches as it solves, especially when it comes to succession planning and family harmony.