Dairy Herd
Tariff whiplash is consuming the commodity markets — and the possible impact is stirring up quite the debate. At present, President Trump says he’s sticking to his plan to impose additional tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China starting April 2.
That perfectly balanced ration, carefully curated by your nutritionist, looks ideal on paper -- or, more likely, in your feeding software. But how often does the prescribed formulation actually make it to your cows?
As we navigate the milk market’s changing dynamics in 2025, stakeholders must remain vigilant and proactive.
Class III futures are down again, with May taking the biggest hit, down 25 cents on the day.
The U.S. bovine semen industry’s resurgence in 2024 signifies more than just a recovery. It represents a transformative wave of growth that is poised to impact livestock reproduction on a global scale.
There is no doubt there will be significant volatility this year. Politics, equity markets, weather, supply, and demand will all affect the markets
A strong pinch is in order for dairy markets this Saint Patrick’s Day, with no green on the board.
World Dairy Expo is proud to reveal the extraordinary individuals who have been chosen as the recipients of the esteemed 2025 Expo Recognition Awards
In a significant stride for both the dairy industry and local community development, Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. recently inaugurated their cheese and whey processing facility in Dodge City, Kansas.
Dairy farming comes with enough uncertainties—don’t let market volatility be one of them.
Nobody would want to show up to their first day on the job sick, but that’s exactly what happens when a first-lactation animal enters the milking herd with mastitis.
ENSO-neutral means conditions could be close to average, but Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien’s principal atmospheric scientist, says that doesn’t mean the weather will be normal this spring and summer with growing concerns about drought.
Smart dairy technologies streamline fixed tasks, giving farmers more time for important decisions—and even a little extra time for things they enjoy. In our case, that means finally being able to feel their fingers at the end of the day!
CME cheese markets moved upward. Spot blocks climbed to $1.7350 per pound, up 3 cents, and barrels closed at $1.7300, 6 cents higher.
Amanda Buschor’s journey back to her family’s Wisconsin farm exemplifies the dynamic interplay between time-honored practices and game-changing technology.
Move over, artificial insemination. Artificial intelligence has found its way onto dairy farms, and is revolutionizing the way calves are raised
Robotic milking can be a game-changer for labor efficiency, but it doesn’t totally eliminate hands-on work—especially when it comes to fetching cows.
The ongoing discourse between the U.S. and Canada underscores a critical need for diplomatic negotiations to address trade barriers.
It continues to be a seller’s market for dairy replacement heifers, heifer calves, and beef-cross calves.
The rapid growth in the adoption of smart cameras using artificial intelligence (AI) means that more than 1 million U.S. cows may soon be under 24-hour observation.
Calf raisers are becoming increasingly cognizant of the need to optimize lifetime dairy cow performance by feeding them generously in their first weeks of life. But how, exactly, do you know how much to feed?
The Class III complex opened with continued strength from yesterday, propelled by anecdotal news of cheese being sold above spot market prices.
Activity monitoring technology is giving producers a more precise and efficient way to detect heats.
The importance of keeping pace with technological advancements underscores that the future of dairy farming lies in the hands of those ready to innovate and lead.
While many farmers are comparing the current threats of tariffs and trade wars to the situation they endured in 2018, Joe Vaclavik believes this time will be better.
Rolinda Acres presents a remarkable narrative of blending tradition with technology, guided by both heritage and adaptability.
Last week, the U.S. dollar had the worst week-to-week performance since 1995 and that, combined with global dairy price premiums, should spark some export interest and support domestic prices.
With China already imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. dairy, and other country’s potentially to come, dairy exports could suffer
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