Dairy Herd
With labor reform at a standstill, dairy leaders warn that “he who shows up” wins in D.C., urging producers to bridge the gap between farm gate priorities and Washington’s perception.
Beef-on-dairy calves are bringing in record prices, giving farms a welcome boost when milk markets are tight.
Learn how your farm’s technical data acts as a storytelling tool to unlock hidden borrowing power and transform your loan process into a strategic financial partnership.
As seed companies phase out brown midrib corn silage hybrids, producers are reevaluating how to maintain forage quality and milk production without the once-popular option.
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KESSENT™ Me is a cutting-edge, rumen-protected methionine supplement designed to elevate dairy cow nutrition through precision amino acid balancing.
Tasia Kendrick explains why bovine leukemia virus often goes unnoticed in dairy herds and how it quietly affects immunity, longevity and profitability.
Ambassador Julie Callahan outlines a transactional approach to global trade, targeting market access and regulatory reform
Balancing barn calls and bedtime stories, Valerie Baumgart reflects on grit, family and staying humble in a changing profession.
After transforming the dairy checkoff into a unified powerhouse, DMI CEO Barbara O’Brien announces her retirement, ensuring a seamless transition from a position of organizational strength.
Tom and Terryn Drieling discuss how leadership sets workplace tone and impacts culture, profitability, efficiency, safety and retention.
Tiny tweaks in the calving pen can add up to big dollars.
You don’t need perfect data, but a simple framework can turn basic records into management tools that actually improve herd performance.
Strait of Hormuz disruptions and refinery attacks drive fuel costs higher as farmers face a 2026 planting season crunch.
From an ICU waiting room to the milking parlor, Kerri Weber saved her family’s first-gen dairy dream while her husband fought for his life, proving some miracles happen in the barn.
Consolidation risk is not limited to smaller operations. Succession gaps, management transitions and strategic exits are driving consolidation regardless of size.
Wilbur-Ellis says its BenVireo TerraLux ammonium nitrate fertilizer aims to revolutionize how organic nitrogen is applied.
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The U.S. dairy industry is currently being held together by cattle prices and export volumes. Conflict with Iran has everyone on edge for what this means for the U.S. economy and if any of that impact will trickle down to the dairy industry.
As the Strait of Hormuz faces potential closure, experts warn of supply chain disruptions just as U.S. farmers prepare for spring planting.
A new campaign from the national dairy checkoff program aims to broaden how consumers think about dairy and expand its role in everyday eating occasions.
Protein is taking over the snack aisle, and dairy is helping lead the charge.
As La Niña Looks to Make One of Its Quickest Exits on Record, Strong El Niño Signals Are Now Brewing
Pacific waters are warming rapidly as La Niña fades. Meteorologists warn the shift could reshape U.S. rainfall, drought conditions and severe weather risk during the 2026 growing season.
Idaho reclaims the No. 3 dairy spot by a sliver, but with massive processing growth, the Gem State and Lone Star State remain locked in a high-stakes leapfrog for industry dominance.
Why is a long-term farm bill even needed with the provisions included in the One Big Beautiful Bill? Industry leaders explain their views on the issue.
Acquisition strengthens Zoetis’ leadership in precision animal health by integrating Neogen’s global genomics capabilities, expanding predictive insights and individualized care worldwide.
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What every producer needs to know about colostrum quality, variability and the implications on the short- and long-term health and productivity of calves.
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This new technology from DeLaval boosts parlor efficiency and milk flow by dynamically adjusting pulsation and vacuum to the cow’s natural milk let-down, delivering faster milk-out, fewer forced detaches, and improved teat health, as proven by large-scale dairy operations.
When it comes to colostrum, more isn’t always better.
USDA Under Secretary Luke Lindberg points to strategic deals and surging dairy, ethanol and corn exports driving the U.S. toward an ag trade surplus
Facing a critical labor crisis, dairy leaders are backing the Dignity Act to secure a stable workforce and end 40 years of legislative paralysis before the political window closes.