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The dairy industry is going through major transformation, not just with technology, but how shoppers want to consume milk and why. Statistics show a drop in cereal consumption could be hurting milk demand.

From carcass quality to milk composition, we discuss the deeper issues within the Holstein vs. Jersey debate.

Where on the pile does silage usually start to spoil? Even small portions of a well-managed silage pile can still be vulnerable to spoilage where the pile is exposed to oxygen during feedout.

Dry matter (DM) losses can be significantly reduced in drive-over piles when properly covered and sealed. Check out these four rules to follow when covering and sealing a silage drive-over pile.

How do you find the right feedout rate for your silage pile? The ideal rate helps minimize the amount of air penetrating the silage face. Always keep feedout rates high enough to prevent silage heating. Learn more.

If silage face management isn’t the best it could be, it might be costing you a 10% loss in dry matter. Read tips to minimize silage exposure to oxygen and best management practices to help reduce spoilage.

Research evaluates towels, udder hair and winter housing to show what does (and does not) affect mastitis

Milk fat, cost and feed efficiency play tug-of-war in research published this month on how much to feed your cattle.

Worried about frost damage harming your corn silage crop? Learn tips on managing harvest when frost hits at different corn growth stages.

You’ve heard the term “fiber digestibility” for years, but do you really understand why it’s so important? We’ll explain it. Plus, learn how it could impact a later-than-usual harvest.