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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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Holstein Cow
Dairy Production
Keep Cow Handling to a Minimum During Hot Weather
As the thermometer starts to creep its way into the upper 80s, 90s or even the 100°F mark, nobody wants to put in physical work during the hottest part of the day - cows included.
June 28, 2022 07:55 AM
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labor
Dairy Business News
Milk Production Slides for the Fifth Consecutive Month
While milk prices across the country might be high, milk production has slid lower for the fifth consecutive month in 2022.
June 27, 2022 10:59 AM
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Dairy Cows Holsteins Fans
Dairy Production
Six Steps to Lower Your Fan Energy Bill
As energy prices climb, some farmers are feeling the sting of high electric bills.
June 25, 2022 07:00 AM
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raw milk
Education
15 Unique June Dairy Month Activities
While hosting a farm tour is a great way to interact with consumers, it’s also been done before. If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate this year, consider the following ideas.
June 02, 2022 01:54 PM
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Taylor Leach
Poll
Dairy Business News
Take Our Poll: What Will Your Operation’s Next Investment Be?
Producers are leaning into discussions and decisions about what their next big investment will be. Take our poll and enter in a chance to win FOUR World Dairy Expo season passes!
May 23, 2022 10:01 AM
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Given the current high temperatures, cattle could be under heat stress. It’s important to know the signs so producers can manage and reduce livestock heat stress.
Education
Heat Stress: Recognizing the Signs and Tips to Keep Your Cattle Cool
Given the current high temperatures, cattle could be under heat stress. It’s important to know the signs so producers can manage and reduce livestock heat stress.
May 12, 2022 03:31 PM
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It is important to know that the success of the entire production will be based on determining a proper date to cut for the highest yield and quality.
Feed Costs
Make the Most Out of Alfalfa’s First Cutting
It is important to know that the success of the entire production will be based on determining a proper date to cut for the highest yield and quality.
May 12, 2022 12:30 PM
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Taylor Leach
Raising too many heifers can be costly for producers, which is why David Erf recommends having a management plan for heifer inventory and reminds producers to check their cattle inventory numbers as much as they do milk prices.
Dairy Business News
Who’s Gotta Go? Let Heifers Make Your Culling Decisions
If walking into your heifer barn gives you replacement cost anxiety, you may have too many heifers on your hands.
May 06, 2022 03:31 PM
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Taylor Leach
Dairy calf drinking water
Education
How to Pick the Best Electrolyte for Your Calves
Pardon the pun, but dealing with scours can be a real pain in the butt. It’s frustrating, it’s costly, and it can be downright messy at times.
April 29, 2022 01:33 PM
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Chobani Ultra-Filtered Milk
Dairy Business News
Chobani Ends Ultra-Filtered Milk Production After Less Than 3 Months
Chobani is making the decision to discontinue their Ultra-Filtered Milk line after less than three months of production.
April 27, 2022 08:33 AM
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Carbonzero Butter
New Products
First ‘Carbonzero’ Certified Butter set to Hit New Zealand Shelves
Anchor Dairy, the consumer brand of the New Zealand Dairy Co-operative giant, Fonterra, has announced the launch of a new, first of its kind dairy product, Organic carbonzero™ Certified Butter.
April 21, 2022 02:16 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Education
3 Easy Corn Silage Planting Tips to Remember this Season
Narrow profit margins mean there’s no room for error when it comes to planting corn silage seed this spring.
April 14, 2022 02:03 PM
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Taylor Leach
Providing anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin, can be beneficial during the early lactation period. Here's why.
Education
Cows Could Benefit from Aspirin After Calving
Providing anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin, can be beneficial during the early lactation period. Here’s why.
April 04, 2022 01:57 PM
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Taylor Leach
As the leader of your operation, having hard conversations with employees can sometimes be part of the job.
Labor
Create a ‘Wow’ Culture for Farm Employees
Don’t let your farm be just another place to work. Instead, take time to create a positive experience and craft a wow culture for your employees.
April 01, 2022 02:29 PM
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Taylor Leach
Holstein Dairy Cow Feedbunk
Dairy Production
The Road to More Consistent Feedbunks
During a time when feed costs are eating away at farmer’s profits, ration consistency and proper feed management practices are more important now than ever before.
March 31, 2022 03:14 PM
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