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When it comes to farm culture, actions speak louder than words. A leader’s influence sets the tone and establishing a good farm culture is not only essential, but also vital to retain employees.

Paul Virkler, DVM, Cornell University, says teat end scoring is a good way to gather insights on a dairy’s milking processes and whether adjustments are needed to improve an individual cow’s comfort and care.

As silage harvest season is underway, don’t let your fall cover crop plans fall to the wayside.

Farm employees are a critical piece of our operation and keeping them safe should be every farm’s top priority. However, accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, especially when large equipment is involved.

With the guidance of their consultant Bruce Vande Steeg, DVM, Leiden LLC, Sonya and Johan Koke were able to trust in their team and even take time away from the dairy without worry.

The beef market is sizzling hot and dairy producers have not only noticed but have taken action to capitalize on securing an alternative profit source to their bottom line.

A strong finish for Class III milk even though Cheese was sideways.

The best and most effective technologies in dairy production today are not necessarily the ones with the most bells and whistles. Rather, they’re the ones that simply “let cows be cows.”

Economic issues and demographic changes don’t bode well for Global dairy demand.