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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
Vanguard Renewables Partners with Virginia’s Oldest Family Dairy for New Renewable Natural Gas Project
Vanguard Renewables recently broke ground on a new renewable natural gas project at The Moyer Family’s Oakmulgee Dairy Farm in Amelia Court House, VA.
October 23, 2024 03:17 PM
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Dairy Production
September Milk Production Sees Modest Growth, Cow Numbers Hold Steady
Milk production in the 24 major dairy-producing states saw a slight rise in September, totaling 17.5 billion lbs.
October 22, 2024 04:18 PM
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Education
Saddle Up for the Milk Business Conference to Win Tickets to the NFR!
Rodeo fans, it’s time to dust off your boots and grab your hats because this year’s Milk Business Conference, held at Caesar’s Palace Dec. 10-11 in Las Vegas, is taking things to a whole new level!
October 18, 2024 11:02 AM
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Education
Dairy Farmers Capture Rare Sight of Stunning Northern Lights
Producers from coast to coast pushed pause to witness the rare beauty of Mother Nature’s colorful handiwork, the aurora borealis.
October 15, 2024 04:25 PM
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Milk Prices
Latest All-Milk Price Forecast Shows Slight Decline for Year-End
The USDA lowered its milk production forecast for 2024 based on a slight decrease in growth for milk production per cow.
October 14, 2024 03:05 PM
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Milk Business Conference
Education
5 Spectacular Reasons Why You Need to Attend This Year’s Milk Business Conference
The Milk Business Conference highlights every corner of the dairy industry and has a great line-up of speakers and sessions to help dairy producers capitalize on and further develop their strengths to work for them. Don’t believe us? Here are five reasons why you should attend.
October 11, 2024 01:55 PM
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Dairy Business News
USDA Invests $11M to Support Small, Medium-Size Dairy Farms: A Powerful Moment with Tom Vilsack
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that $11.04 million in new funding will be issued to help support dairy businesses and producers under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI) grant program.
October 10, 2024 02:43 PM
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Education
For the Love of Farming and Football
While it might seem like football players and dairy farmers come from different worlds, they share more similarities than what meets the eye.
October 03, 2024 07:25 AM
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Dairy Business News
Creating a New Legacy: Prairie Farms Dairy Cooperative Acquires SmithFoods
Prairie Farms Dairy recently announced the acquisition of the SmithFoods manufacturing facilities in Orrville, Ohio.
October 01, 2024 03:14 PM
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Dairy Business News
They Prioritize Genuine People Power
In South Dakota, you’ll find a 130-year-old dairy operation that runs on passion, perseverance and a focus on finding the right people. This dynamic trifecta is what makes up the unparalleled culture of MoDak Dairy.
September 27, 2024 01:27 PM
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Leadership
Education
3 Leadership Trends You Need to Adopt in 2024
For long-term success, farm leaders should regularly assess the landscape of their operation and adjust their strategies accordingly.
September 27, 2024 12:06 PM
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Labor
Prevent Quitting: Keep Employees Top of Mind in 2024
These 10 steps can help keep your employees from walking away.
September 27, 2024 10:57 AM
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Education
Does Your Farm’s Culture Pass This Easy Test?
Prioritizing culture is often overlooked when it comes to employee management and retention.
September 27, 2024 10:25 AM
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Policy
Big News: House Passes Bill to Bring Whole Milk Back to School Menus
More than a decade after banning whole and reduced-fat milk from being served during school lunches, the House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted in support of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.
September 27, 2024 10:24 AM
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Labor
A Hot Meal a Day Helps Their Employees Stay
One dairy’s unique approach to employee retention.
September 27, 2024 09:58 AM
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