Dairy Herd
A model developed by the Western Institute for Food Safety and Security at UC Davis shows how disease spread affects milk production and recovery timelines on a closed dairy.
USDA Undersecretary Luke Lindberg says the big takeaway is establishing a level playing field for U.S. producers and building opportunities from there.
The long-term implications are still unfolding, but one thing is clear: The future of dairy profitability won’t solely be defined by the milk check.
The president has signed the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into law, restoring whole and 2% milk options in U.S. schools for the first time in more than a decade.
One cattle veterinarian shares how point-based techniques could improve real-world food-animal care.
With milk prices under pressure and global supply weighing on margins, analysts say Dairy Margin Coverage is likely to provide early financial support for producers in 2026.
This South Dakota dairy is a beacon of prosperity. From their calves to their 6,200 cows, comprehensive monitoring and a focus on healthy and productive animals drive success forward.
The court issued more rulings Wednesday but did not act in the tariffs case, which was argued on Nov. 5.
Brazil has officially surpassed the U.S. as the world’s top beef producer. With U.S. production down 3.9%, analysts point to Brazil’s feed capacity and rising imports as key drivers of this historic market shift.
Enrollment for the 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage program opens Jan. 12 with expanded Tier 1 coverage, new production history rules and discounted multiyear premiums following improvements made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
With the retirement of two of its key leaders, USDA APHIS announces the faces who will take on those positions.
Labor decisions matter more than ever when you’re trying to keep cash moving.
Why inconsistency in daily management quietly undermines calf health and how producers can help stabilize outcomes before disease appears.
The next phase of beef-on-dairy is all about creating a reliable, efficient supply chain.
If you want to plant early this spring, agronomists say to remember that fit soils and good weather are far more important guides to follow than the date on your calendar.
Livestock market historians will likely record 2025 as the year prices exploded.
The Pennsylvania Farm Show is spreading the celebration of 250 years of American history with its signature butter sculpture.
Learn how these dairy farmers boost efficiency and sustainability via genetics, eco-stewardship, crop management and energy innovation. They’re doing more with less for a greener, more profitable future.
2026 Weather Outlook: La Niña’s Quick Exit, El Niño’s Potential and the Signals Farmers Should Watch
Meteorologists predict a quick La Niña exit, with a 75% chance of transitioning to ENSO-neutral by Jan-March. Expect neutral conditions to persist through at least late spring with a growing chance of El Niño in 2026.
Proper care and early colostrum set beef-on-dairy calves up for success during their first journey.
Even amid daily grind and devastating challenges, farming’s true magic lies in fleeting moments and the unwavering resilience of family, proving that light can always be found.
Conflict on the farm is a normal part of working with people, and if it’s addressed early and handled respectfully, it can help teams work better together.
Updated guidelines from USDA and HHS urge Americans to focus on protein, full-fat dairy, fruit and veggies and avoid processed foods.
The December Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows the farm economy will likely stay strained into 2026. As crops face tight margins, biofuels policy — especially E15 and biomass-based diesel — could influence recovery.
For anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills in the agricultural industry, these farm managers offer a blueprint for success.
A new year hasn’t brought a reset for Class III milk, with persistent oversupply keeping the market under pressure.
With a New World screwworm case now less than 200 miles from the U.S. border, Seth Meyer says the growing threat adds risk and uncertainty for cattle producers making critical calving-season decisions.
When replacement heifers are limited, every pregnancy counts.
New research shows calves fed waste milk develop different immune cell and cytokine profiles than those fed salable milk, even when clinical health appears similar.
Dairy farms now rely on six-figure, beef-on-dairy profits as low milk prices hit. This vital shift demands diversified strategy and agile financial planning for resilience in a volatile market.