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California dairies try to outlast the downturn

Lenders weigh in on lean times for dairies.

Producer group offers a growth management plan, but many are wary

High-quality forage allows less corn in diets.

Feed prices spike your cost of production.

High feed prices are here to stay.

High prices and uncertain markets call for smart feed-purchasing decisions.

A simple check back in your records can give you a pretty good idea of whether your summer cow cooling practices are adequate.

Arizona dairy introduces Saudi barns to Texas.

“Uncertainty about the future is creating consternation among producers,” says Tony Mendes, who milks 1,400 cows near Riverdale, Calif. “We’re preoccupied with survival.”