Dairy Herd
Culling decisions should be just as important as breeding decisions. Here, two experts explain what to consider when replacing cows in a milking herd.
With India being the largest milk producer globally, this advancement is not just about scale but the social transformation it fosters among women in rural communities across the nation.
Leading ag meteorologists share the weather drivers they are watching.
Strong financial organization and a solid relationship with your lender can make all the difference in getting a loan approved.
Barb O’Brien took to the stage during the dairy joint annual meetings to share a crystal clear message. Transform investments into momentum by building trust, growing demand and ensuring the future of U.S. dairy.
Texas A&M’s David Anderson breaks down the current cull cow market and shares his prediction for future cow prices.
Milk yield, components and udder health metrics can reveal early disease long before clinical signs emerge. Learning to interpret these signals can transform routine milk data into proactive herd health interventions.
It’s easy to chase calf prices or cut costs but not at the expense of creating a replacement shortage in your herd.
Farmers who suffered losses from natural disasters that occurred in calendar years 2023 and 2024 can sign up for the aid. It is also available to farmers participating in the On-Farm Storage Loss Program and the Milk Loss Program.
EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers unveiled a revised rule on Monday aimed at clearer permitting and fewer regulatory surprises, such as narrowing which water features fall under federal oversight and confirming exclusions.
Despite the strong political rhetoric at the center of cattle and beef prices, as well as meatpackers seeing major losses, economists say rebuilding the U.S. cattle herd will be the slowest in history.
How cows are grouped directly influences how smoothly a robotic milking system runs.
When small town businesses grow, it creates a ripple effect that strengthens the whole community, says South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development Commissioner Bill Even.
Two farms in Arizona have confirmed cases of vesicular stomatitis. In response, USDA APHIS has issued a situation report and the CFIA has imposed import restrictions.
As Randy Mooney exits his role as NMPF chairman, he leaves behind not only a legacy of accomplishments but also a thriving community ready to embrace new opportunities.
A serious game from the University of Wisconsin-Madison is helping veterinarians and dairy teams improve animal welfare, safety and efficiency — one virtual cow at a time.
Becoming a mom hasn’t taken me away from the farm. It’s changed how I belong to it.
This facility will increase the range of sterile fly release and bolster preparedness for New World screwworm.
The USDA released the long-awaited Milk Production Report Monday, releasing data from September 2025. Milk Production is up 4.2 percent from September 2024, and demand is not keeping up.
The government shutdown has ended after 43 days, the longest in history, causing $50 billion in spending delays.
Modern herds generate more information than ever. Veterinarians are key to interpreting it and guiding data-driven management decisions.
Federal government will cut the bureaucracy to support the dairy industry, focused on tougher measures to stop major animal disease problems and improve labor availability.
Preweaned calves need water to promote rumen development and convert solid feed to gain. A study by Provimi North America Inc. showed supplemental water is best delivered at body temperature in a nipple bottle.
With Congress passing another extension, some economists suggest a new reality may be setting in: the era of comprehensive Farm Bills could be ending, replaced by a piecemeal approach in Washington.
At a fiery Senate hearing, farmers and lawmakers call out corporate consolidation for driving up input costs, while industry leaders insist global geopolitics, not greed, are to blame.
In fall 2024, Hurricane Helene stormed through northern Florida, with Full Circle Dairy caught in its trail of destruction.
In a world where leadership is often equated with authority, this Wisconsin dairy office manager offers a refreshing perspective rooted in empathy and empowerment.
Last month, the Holstein springer market potentially reached a historic peak. Although the values remain relatively robust, a nationwide decline has been observed, affecting all reported markets.
An intense burst of Arctic air is set to sweep across the U.S., Meteorologist Drew Lerner explains how drought and dry soils will amplify the cold and why this pattern could persist through the rest of winter.
Even the best vaccine can fail if mismanaged. Dr. Jon Townsend outlines good handling practices to protect your investment and your cattle.