Next-Generation Farmers
The dairies that thrive tomorrow won’t look like the ones that succeeded yesterday, and neither will the skill sets it takes to run them.
After 17 years battling the silent killer of stray voltage, the Den Hoed family is using an audacious faith and elite self-sufficiency to build a brand-new future for the next generation.
By pairing immigrant grit with a million-worm revolution, Anthony Agueda is using natural engineering to protect his family’s legacy and redefine the American Dream for California dairy.
This fashionista is proof the future of dairy is fulfilling, fun and fierce — swapping heels for high-tech tags to lead her family’s Texas dairy legacy into a new era of innovation.
The cows are back. Discover how Circle J Dairy is using vertical integration to bulletproof its future, showing that resilience is the secret ingredient in every bottle.
Why top dairies are choosing strategic partners over private equity to build an infinite business model that survives market volatility and supports the next generation of ag-entrepreneurs.
Consolidation risk is not limited to smaller operations. Succession gaps, management transitions and strategic exits are driving consolidation regardless of size.
As the dairy industry navigates the future, it’s clear using a combination of innovation, consumer engagement and sustainable practices will be pivotal.
Wybrand Vander Dussen, 2025 Milk Business Young Producer Award winner, carries his family’s multigenerational dairy legacy with inspiring resilience, passion and a heart for the future.
This old compensation model — where family members accept below-market wages in exchange for a promised future inheritance — brings as many headaches as it solves, especially when it comes to succession planning and family harmony.
This season of change is not just about farewells to summer but an embrace of growth for our family and our farm.
Genetic excellence is a cornerstone of Fir Ridge Holstein Farm’s success strategy.
The Heinrich family from Maquoketa, Iowa, was recently honored with the Way We Live Award at the Iowa State Fair.
The Iowa State Fair sets the stage for two dynamic dairy women to advocate for the industry that raised them.
With smart solutions, sustainable practices and a focus on animal welfare, this leading dairy is cultivating not just a successful farm, but a legacy poised for generations to come.
When you grow up on a farm, certain phrases become ingrained in your vocabulary, like “feed the calves” or “fix the fence” or “mow the grass,” but one phrase, in particular, is notably absent.
This Milk Business Young Producer Award recipient is generating income by selling surplus fresh cows.
Garrett and Lindsey Rucks, a brother and sister duo, who, supported by their family and modern advancements, are redefining what it means to be part of a multigenerational farm.
Strong succession is driven by leaders who are willing to plan boldly, act decisively and invest in their next generation. Your family and your operation are counting on you.
A fourth-generation producer’s inspiring blend of traditional wisdom and innovative thinking offers a road map for resilience to farmers everywhere.
At NexGen Dairy, Megan and Tim Schrupp are continuing their legacy while taking it to the next level — prioritizing future tech and future leaders
What’s the long-term difference between starting a retirement plan at age 20 versus 40? Farm CPA Paul Neiffer crunches the numbers.
Doug Stark, retired CEO of Farm Credit Services of America, joins the Ag Inspo podcast to share what he believes the next generation of producers need for building their own operations.
When Perry Baeten took over operation of his family dairy, he knew in order to survive, they also had to grow, get lean and become more efficient — even if that meant spending more money to make it happen. Here’s how Baeten turned his dreams into reality.
The Dairy Consulting Experience is a beacon for those passionate about merging scientific knowledge with pragmatic skill, fostering a robust future for the industry.
Top of the list: Reforming the FSA loan program, regulatory action to disincentivize federal funding for solar panels on productive farmland and expanding permitting of unused or underused federal land for long-term leases.
A sneak peak of Farm Journal’s leading-edge survey insights illustrates strategic solutions that generate renewed confidence, ensuring a promising path forward for the industry.