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When the daily demands of an operation become overwhelming, long-term strategy is often the first thing to go. But what if hard times are actually the best time to grow?
Farmer Mac’s Brad Nordholm explains why data and energy are the new keys to credit, helping producers bridge the land-price gap and build a resilient future beyond the harvest.
The ultra-filtered milk and protein shake brand is adding production lines, creating 150 jobs, and doubling down on Michigan as consumer demand for value-added dairy continues to grow.
As the farm share of the food dollar hits historic lows, new USDA data reveals a widening gap between the grocery aisle and the farm gate.
In Brazil’s driest regions, sorghum silage offers a lower-cost, drought-tolerant alternative.
At risk of sounding like a broken record, milk production and the growing number of cows weigh heavily on dairy markets. However, global demand could be facing its own set of challenges.
Not all colostrum is equal, but simple on-farm tools can help you determine the best quality.
Most welfare failures do not happen during the procedure, but in the time between recognizing a problem and deciding to act.
Beef-on-dairy has grown and improved rapidly, but challenges in calf care, supply chains and early research remain.
EPA is removing DEF sensor requirements to end costly equipment shutdowns and save farmers an estimated $4.4 billion annually.
Mississippi has enacted HB 1153 to protect traditional agriculture and prevent the sale of “fake milk” alternatives starting July 2026.
AI is the newest hired hand on the dairy, moving beyond simple fixes to protect farmer intuition through data-driven precision, better cow comfort, and a sustainable legacy for the next generation.
What started as a simple curiosity has turned into a one-of-a-kind career. Today, Vicki Janisch turns blocks of Wisconsin cheese into art while staying connected to the industry that shaped her.
Chobani’s $567 million dollar investment in Norton Shores will double the La Colombe workforce and skyrocket local milk demand, fueling a new era of growth for Michigan’s elite dairy industry.
Why top dairies are choosing strategic partners over private equity to build an infinite business model that survives market volatility and supports the next generation of ag-entrepreneurs.
Boot stage or soft-dough? The timing of triticale harvest can change what your cows get from the feed.
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As dairy margins tighten, whole cottonseed remains a practical option for balancing energy, fiber and protein in rations.
You take care of your land and livestock—don’t forget to take care of yourself.
Installing and maintaining rubber barn flooring the right way can reduce lameness and boost cow comfort.
As the picket lines disappear, the focus returns to the production floor, ensuring the milk supplied by hundreds of upper Midwest farm families continues to reach the market without further delay.
Driven by a 211,000-cow expansion and rising efficiency, a 3% production surge is redrawing the U.S. dairy map and shifting the industry’s center of gravity toward the High Plains.
Camelina may be unfamiliar to many, but it’s emerging as a low-risk option for smarter crop rotations.
From a violent collision to a forced recovery during a blizzard, one farm woman learns trading productivity for rest isn’t a weakness, but a necessary act of grace and healing.
A powerful March storm buried parts of Wisconsin, leaving roads impassable and cutting off access to the Henschel dairy operation, but the story takes a heartwarming turn as their young boys stepped up to help.
This new fitness trend has gone viral on social media, putting butter in the spotlight.
Record‑high beef‑on‑dairy calf prices are reshaping dairy producers’ bottom lines. But experts warn without a deliberate risk management strategy during sky‑high markets, those gains can evaporate just as fast as they appeared.
Strong beef prices are pushing milk production higher, but what happens when the bubble bursts?
Even after losing a major export market, the U.S. bovine genetics industry bounced back in 2025.
With BMR corn becoming less available, short-stature corn is emerging as a silage option that can still improve fiber digestibility.