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Taylor Leach

Assistant Editor of Dairy

Taylor Leach is the Assistant Editor of Dairy Herd Management and Milk Business Quarterly, blending her background in journalism and dairy farming. Raised on a dairy farm in Kansas, she now farms in Wisconsin with her husband. She is actively involved in cattle showing and agricultural advocacy.

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Dairy Business News
Arla and DMK Group Announce Major Merger, Creating Europe’s Largest Farmer-Owned Dairy Co-op
Arla Foods and DMK Group plan to merge, creating Europe’s largest farmer-owned dairy cooperative with over 12,000 members and a projected $20.8 billion in annual revenue.
April 08, 2025 01:16 PM
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Policy
A Big Win for Dairy: Senate Committee Advances Whole Milk for Kids Act
Supporters of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act say more milk choices in school lunches mean healthier kids, less waste and a stronger future for dairy.
April 04, 2025 11:14 AM
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Education
Four Tips for Cleaning and Storing Calf Jackets
With temperatures rising from coast to coast, now is the time to wash and put away all of the calf jackets used over winter.
April 02, 2025 08:21 AM
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Dairy Business News
The 5 Big Market Trends Dairy Farmers Need to Keep Their Eye on this Year
Dairy farmers are riding a wave of market uncertainty in 2025, with trade battles, feed price swings, and booming cheese production shaking up the industry. Experts Sarina Sharp and Katie Burgess break down the top trends shaping the year ahead.
March 28, 2025 01:32 PM
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Dairy Production
5 Must-Do Steps for Raising Healthy Beef-on-Dairy Calves Before They Leave the Farm
With beef-on-dairy calves in high demand, giving them the best start is essential for both their health and market value. Dr. Gail Carpenter outlines five key priorities for dairy farmers to focus on to help set these calves up for success.
March 26, 2025 10:13 AM
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Dairy Business News
Organic Valley Makes History with First Female CEO, Shawna Nelson
A Wisconsin native with nearly 20 years at Organic Valley, Nelson has worked across multiple departments, giving her a deep understanding of both farm-level challenges and cooperative strategy as she steps into the role.
March 20, 2025 01:00 PM
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Dairy Business News
Don’t Wait: Sign Up for Dairy Margin Coverage Before it’s too Late
Dairy farming comes with enough uncertainties—don’t let market volatility be one of them.
March 17, 2025 09:49 AM
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Dairy Production
Don’t Mismanage Heifer Mastitis
Nobody would want to show up to their first day on the job sick, but that’s exactly what happens when a first-lactation animal enters the milking herd with mastitis.
March 17, 2025 08:42 AM
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Dairy Production
4 Tips to Reduce Fetch Cows in Robotic Milking Systems
Robotic milking can be a game-changer for labor efficiency, but it doesn’t totally eliminate hands-on work—especially when it comes to fetching cows.
March 13, 2025 12:37 PM
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Dairy Smart Farming
Dairy Production
How Technology and Activity Monitors Are Improving Dairy Reproduction
Activity monitoring technology is giving producers a more precise and efficient way to detect heats.
March 12, 2025 08:22 AM
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PDPW 2025
Education
Professional Dairy Producers Annual Business Meeting Set March 12-13
With more than 70% of attendees representing dairy farm owners and managers, this event provides an unmatched opportunity to connect with fellow producers, exchange ideas, and gain insights to strengthen your operation.
March 10, 2025 11:25 AM
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Milk Prices
Milk Markets Remain on Edge with Talk of Tariffs
It was a noisy week with tariff uncertainty, and the markets remain on edge to see what next week brings.
March 07, 2025 04:03 PM
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Education
Milk’s Role in Calf Growth: Laying the Foundation for a Productive Cow
From the moment a calf is born, its journey to becoming a productive member of the herd begins.
March 07, 2025 12:01 PM
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Employment
Labor
5 Easy Steps to Better Invest in Your Employees
Investing in employee development is just as important as investing in equipment. By building a skilled and engaged workforce, farmers can boost efficiency, retention, and long-term success.
February 28, 2025 10:00 AM
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Education
Facility Focus: Are You Managing Footbaths as Well as You Think?
With lameness ranking among the most costly health issues in today’s dairy operations, a “set it and forget it” approach for footbaths is not an effective way to prevent the spread of digital dermatitis.
February 27, 2025 10:00 AM
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