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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 Production
What Does Your Parlor Environment Look Like?
It’s crucial that the environment of the parlor itself is an inviting, yet efficient one.
December 18, 2020 08:00 AM
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Dairy Business News
Dairy Farmers Discuss Dean Food Frustrations, USMCA Concerns
“In my heart, it honestly feels like they were trying to bully or scare people into just paying it.”
December 16, 2020 03:31 PM
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Taylor Leach
Researchers are exploring whether cattle would benefit from pain management associated with calving.
Dairy Production
Age at First Calving – How Low Should You Go?
One way to help forecast the amount of milk produced from first lactation animals is to record their age at first calving (AFC).
December 09, 2020 02:40 PM
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Taylor Leach
Unfortunately, there is not a “one size fits all” ventilation system for producers to utilize.
Dairy Production
Two Things to Consider When Installing Positive Pressure Ventilation Systems
Unfortunately, there is not a “one size fits all” ventilation system for producers to utilize.
December 03, 2020 03:47 PM
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Taylor Leach
While there is still a drastic difference in opinions when it comes to animal activists and farmers, both can acknowledge that animal welfare within the dairy industry has made some improvements over the years.
Dairy Production
Animal Welfare Through an Animal Activist’s Eyes
When it comes to animal welfare, could it be possible that activists may actually be able to help improve certain areas of concern within the dairy industry?
December 02, 2020 04:45 PM
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While there is no cookie-cutter formula to self-care, Cheya Thousand says people crave permission to rest and replenish.
Labor
The Battle of Burnout on the Farm
If your workload on the farm is starting to reach its breaking point, you may be experiencing burnout.
November 24, 2020 03:38 PM
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News
Elementary School Implements Milk Machine, Saves 39K Cartons Annually
Comparable to a soda fountain, the machine allows students to decide just how much milk they want to take and uses reusable cups each day.
November 19, 2020 08:05 PM
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This common metabolic disease can affect even the healthiest cow.
News
Better Understanding the Mystery of Metritis
This common metabolic disease can affect even the healthiest cow.
November 19, 2020 08:04 PM
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Never sacrifice cow comfort when deciding whether to retrofit a robotic milker into an existing barn or building new.
News
Oregon ‘Mega-Dairy’ Up for Auction, First Bid Set at $66.9 Million
A prospective buyer has already submitted a bid to purchase Lost Valley’s assets for $66.9 million.
November 19, 2020 08:03 PM
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Taylor Leach
The butterfat trend has increased over the years with the average bulk tank fat test of 4.25% in January, up 0.13% from last year’s average.
Milk Prices
2020 – A Banner Year for Butter
Over the last several months there has been a large uptick in home baking and cooking, which has caused butter consumption to rise tremendously.
November 19, 2020 12:51 PM
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Taylor Leach
News
Pros & Cons of Cow Mats: Analysis of Rubber Flooring
Is rubber flooring a luxury or a smart investment? This data-driven approach quantifies how better traction pays for itself through improved cow health and reproduction.
November 19, 2020 11:57 AM
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Dairy Business News
World Dairy Expo - People on the Street
“What part of World Dairy Expo is most instrumental to your business?”
November 18, 2020 10:03 PM
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Taylor Leach
Fecal pH monitoring is a logical tool to keep a handle on what’s happening in the digestive tract, and detect early signals of digestive disruption.
Dairy Production
Better Understanding the Mystery of Mycoplasma Mastitis
Not only is Mycoplasma mastitis an incredibly contagious disease, but the fact that it does not respond to antibiotic therapy makes it twice as frustrating.
November 16, 2020 10:19 AM
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Taylor Leach
Dairy Business News
Former Dairy Partner, Quaker Oats, Introduces Oat Beverage
Leaving their partnership with DMI, the Quaker Oats has now branched out into the milk alternative world.
November 15, 2020 02:59 PM
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Taylor Leach
As one of the top dairy states in the nation, dairy is New York’s largest agricultural industry.
New Products
fairlife Crosses the Canadian Border, Now Made from 100% Canadian Milk
Starting this month, our neighbors to the north will soon be producing their own fairlife products.
November 13, 2020 11:24 AM
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