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Understanding and improving feed efficiency can lead to significant benefits in terms of productivity, sustainability and profitability on dairy farms.

Some of the best conversations take place in the farm truck. Don’t underestimate the power of lessons learned behind the windshield.

Beef-on-dairy practices are rapidly transforming the landscape of the dairy industry, proving that with a little innovation, even perceived limitations can be turned into lucrative opportunities.

Five years ago, you could buy three to five springing Holstein heifers for the price of just one today.

Marshall shares how technology and collaboration can help beef and dairy producers raise more consistent, high-value cattle.

For the family-owned Bilow Farms LLC, located in Malone, N.Y., the drive for improvement is particularly evident, where embracing new technology plays a crucial role in advancing their operations.

Prebiotic supplementation is beneficial for dairy calf health and development, and may improve milk yield in lactating cows.

Bill Watts is the Editor of Pro Farmer, bringing over three decades of expertise as a financial and agricultural journalist. His career has spanned the globe’s most influential financial hubs—including London, Frankfurt, New York, and Washington, D.C.—where he has provided deep-dive analysis on commodity markets, international politics, and economic policy. A central Illinois native raised on a grain and livestock farm, Bill’s perspective is rooted in the field. He began his career covering the trading floors of the CME and CBOT, bridging the gap between the farm gate and the global market.

“We’re doubling down, allotting capital on digital innovation for FBN’s future,” says Diego Casanello, CEO of FBN.

Ned-Tex Dairy’s journey exemplifies the transformative power of technology in agriculture, paving the way for others to follow. Embracing innovation not only serves immediate productivity goals but sets a foundation for sustainable growth in the future.