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A growing crisis is silently unfolding in agriculture. Farmers are 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide than the general population. With mounting financial stress, that number could be on the rise this year.

Getting a second opinion is not just about attention to detail — it’s about adopting a mindset that welcomes change and innovation. For dairy farmers striving for financial stability and growth, this outlook can be transformative.

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service National Veterinary Services Laboratories have confirmed their first detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a dairy cattle herd in Nebraska.

In what has been a rollercoaster year for dairy markets, with plummeting prices evoking scenes of freefall, last week’s USDA September WASDE Report delivered much-needed fragments of optimism.

The 2025 State of the Beef Industry Report summarizes optimism prevails yet challenges persist in today’s beef industry.

Recent developments have shown just how rapidly perceptions can change, with the pricing gap between beef-on-dairy calves and their native counterparts narrowing remarkably.

Sign-up for the Emergency Livestock Relief Program begins on Monday, Sept. 15 to help offset increased feed costs due to qualifying flooding or wildfires in 2023 and 2024.

By acting swiftly to redirect milk supplies and collaborate across state lines, Pennsylvania not only helped its own economy but also established a blueprint for managing agricultural disruptions effectively.

All roads lead to Madison, Wis., for one of the world’s premier annual dairy events. World Dairy Expo 2025 will be held September 30-October 3 at the Dane County Exposition Center.