Education
On the tranquil trails of southern Wisconsin, a remarkable story unfolds. This is the story of Jordan Matthews, a dairyman from Rosy-Lane Holsteins who is not just running for fitness but running with a mission to support cancer research.
Well-known ag influencer Tara Vander Dussen (aka the New Mexico Milkmaid) tells how she went from being a reluctant dairy farmer to a vital voice for the industry. She’s a busy mom, wife, environmental consultant, podcast host and public speaker, but she’s probably best known for her social media presence.
It’s a common cause of calf disease, and it can be maddening when apparently healthy calves suddenly turn up dead. But there are offensive approaches to controlling Clostridia.
Even Superman has his limits, and so do our farmers.
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Specialty Sales hoof baths rely on hoof submersion at the correct depth, which is the tried-and-true method for ensuring the solution reaches all areas of the hoof.
Calves need water year-around, including winter. Research evidence suggests 100°F should be the target temperature for calves’ water, matching their body and rumen temperature.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will soon begin testing bulk raw milk across the country for bird flu.
USDA announced on Oct. 30 the first reported case of H5N1 in a pig in an Oregon backyard farm.
According to a CSU study presented at the 2024 BIF Symposium, heart failure can occur at any type of operation, at any age, and any level of altitude.
Barbara O’Brien, president and CEO, of DMI, addressed over attendees at the recent dairy joint annual meetings in Phoenix, Az. Her message centered around the organization’s checkoff strategies, poised to usher the industry into a new era of consumer engagement and growth.
Neal’s Yard Dairy, one of Britain’s top artisanal cheese suppliers, recently fell victim to a sophisticated scam orchestrated by French fraudsters, losing over 24 tons of cheddar in the process.
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Adequate control of disease-causing pathogens is fundamental, as it can be key in reducing losses due to decreased production, increased culling and costly pharmaceutical protocols.
National disease prevention relies on systematic monitoring and biosecurity to protect animal health, trade, and economic resilience against outbreaks like Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
Pain is a natural condition for all animals and humans. But when it comes to dairy cattle specifically, the intensity and duration of their pain can have significant influence on both their welfare and productivity.
Nine in ten parents serve whole or 2% milk to their children at home, and 81% support Congress passing legislation to allow schools to serve the same options.
Rodeo fans, it’s time to dust off your boots and grab your hats because this year’s Milk Business Conference, held at Caesar’s Palace Dec. 10-11 in Las Vegas, is taking things to a whole new level!
Dairy farmers share passion, community spirit, and industry innovations at World Dairy Expo
Producers from coast to coast pushed pause to witness the rare beauty of Mother Nature’s colorful handiwork, the aurora borealis.
The essential oil from oregano is proving beneficial for calf diets. Two studies have shown it to have positive impacts on calf health and performance as an alternative to antibiotics.
The Milk Business Conference highlights every corner of the dairy industry and has a great line-up of speakers and sessions to help dairy producers capitalize on and further develop their strengths to work for them. Don’t believe us? Here are five reasons why you should attend.
Gen Z’s challenges aren’t just academic; they’re personal, says Jill Bramble, president and CEO of 4-H. Many young people say they are falling short, unable to envision a successful future where they feel connected to their friends, families, and communities.
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After a heifer calf hits the ground, what are the chances she will survive calfhood, reach the breeding pen, become pregnant and deliver a healthy calf herself?
Facilities, genetics, nutrition, stockmanship and marketing are some of the impotant factors to consider in the transition process.
Could increasing colostrum volume delivery help calves better navigate cold stress? Brazilian researcher Carla Bittar shares her insights on adjusting colostrum dosage for winter-born calves.
Monitoring estrus intensity in cattle helps optimize reproduction and can be done efficiently with visual estrus detection aids.
While it might seem like football players and dairy farmers come from different worlds, they share more similarities than what meets the eye.
For the second year in a row, Stoney Point Joel Bailey claimed Grand Champion of the International Jersey Show, after winning the Six-Year-Old & Older Cow class
To own a dairy cow in Uganda is to have a sense of belonging. Much like dairying here in the U.S., it’s simply in your blood.
It not just your diet that stands to benefit from less processing and higher fiber. According to Dr. Michael Ballou, researcher at Texas Tech University, calves also do better on a diet containing whole grains.
From maintaining a pristine Showring to serving up a famous grilled cheese sandwich, and managing biosecurity to coordinating communication with media, students from across the U.S. are imperative to creating a one-of-a-kind experience each year.