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Lessons from Dr. Maxwell Beal, the veterinarian who diagnosed the first case of HPAI in cattle in California in 2024.

Reproductive physiologist Cara Wells says today up to 20% of transferred embryos have virtually zero chance of making a pregnancy and explains how video, AI and better selection can turn those losses into live calves.

Higher beef prices and grocery inflation are pushing the cost of a backyard barbecue higher in 2026.

As America turns 250, the U.S. dairy farmer is proving that by marrying cutting-edge intelligence with timeless grit, the industry’s legacy has never been more secure.

New research suggests that a balanced blend of fermentable carbohydrates can support rumen development, ease the transition through weaning, and lay the foundation for future performance.

The move will start a six-year review period as the U.S. pushes for stricter automotive content rules in negotiations with Mexico.

You can no longer just outbid town jobs for talent. Here’s why 57% of dairy producers are trading cash for work-life balance to attract and retain the next generation of farm labor.

Prompt action can help preserve joint function, while delayed treatment may lead to chronic lameness and reduced longevity.

At Kieler Farms, beef-on-dairy is now a core piece of the business, with about 1,300 head finished each year and a system built to carry cattle from calf to harvest.

A boom in high-tech processing capacity is redrawing the map for the U.S. dairy farmer, creating new hubs from Kansas to Idaho.