Smart Farming Week: March 10 - 16, 2025
Farm Journal’s Smart Farming Week is an annual week-long emphasis on innovation in agriculture. The goal is to encourage you to explore and prioritize the technology, tools and practices that will help you farm smarter.
In today's rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, more dairies are turning to Smart Farming technology to enhance efficiency, optimize resources, monitor herd health and maximize milk production. The integration of modern technological solutions is transforming traditional dairy farming, providing significant benefits that are reshaping the industry.
In today’s rapidly evolving world, technology has woven itself into the fabric of various industries. The dairy sector is no exception, with innovation at the forefront of improving efficiency and farm management.
Young dairy farmers are redefining the milk industry, not just on the farm but also by collaborating with startup and scale-up innovations.
What if you had a crystal ball to help you choose the best nutrition program to achieve the optimal outcomes for your calves? With a new tool called CalfSim, much of that vision is now possible.
It might not happen today, tomorrow or next week, but artificial intelligence (AI) will soon become an integral operational tool on many U.S. dairy farms, according to Miel Hostens with Cornell University.
The 2025 Milk Business award recipients exemplify the best of the dairy industry, from technological advancement to inspiring personal stories.
Land O’Lakes recently announced an investment of up to $7 million in each of 10 to 15 companies focused on innovations in crop inputs, ag data, supply chain processes, business models, and beyond.
Success can look vastly different from one farmer to the next, and the journey to achieving that success is often a unique path tailored to each farm’s needs. When it comes to robotic milking, the stories of farmers like Al Dornacker and Kristin Quist highlight the innovative strides being made in farm management and production efficiency.
The Budweiser plant in Columbus, Ohio, has an additional demographic — 600 Holstein cows
Consumption trends are driving the milk industry like never before. Learn about what dairy producers do to reap advantages of this marketing trend.
When it comes to nutrition, we certainly aren’t in Kansas anymore.
Genetic excellence is a cornerstone of Fir Ridge Holstein Farm’s success strategy.
A smart technology purchase starts with asking the right questions — so you can invest with confidence instead of impulse.
Giving heifers some practice time with an automated milking system before calving could help them adapt faster and boost milk production during the first few weeks of lactation.
As we stand on the cusp of this digital revolution, it is crucial for dairy producers to embrace change, prioritize data accuracy and leverage technology effectively.
Agriculture is complex, and the AgLaunch farmer network helps early-stage startups get traction
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.
A shared vision around improving genetics, cow comfort, nutrition and management has resulted in a modern cow that makes dollars and cents.
Through their values of innovation, efficiency, community involvement and education, the Pentermans inspire and sustain not just a farm, but a bright future for the dairy industry,
Growth in Ben Smith’s dairy operation isn’t just about expanding the acreage or increasing the number of cows. It’s about capturing opportunities that align with their values and boost efficiencies.
The integration of robotic milking systems is more than a technological upgrade; it’s a catalyst for advancing the dairy industry toward a more sustainable future.
In the heart of central California, Lumar Dairy stands as a dynamic example of how commitment to heritage and openness to change can coexist and thrive.
As dairy farmers navigate the complexities of integrating new technology into their operations, a strategic focus on evaluating ROI can lead to smarter, more impactful investments.
Smart ag technology is reshaping the farm. But unclear laws and fine-print contracts leave many farmers without control of their data.
Researchers continue to seek methods of monitoring animal health and welfare to anticipate health setbacks and improve the animals’ lives. The latest tool to do so: saliva.
Monarch Tractor has partnered with Dairy Farmers of America to offer members exclusive savings on its fully electric MK-V Dairy tractor.
Farming is hard work, but using technology to make farming “smart” can make it easier.
For the third consecutive year, the prestigious Milk Business Awards honor exceptional dairy producers who have demonstrated excellence across various aspects of the business. The deadline to apply for the awards is Aug. 1.
This young Kansas dairy farmer’s dual passions for education and agriculture unite to contribute richly to her community and her family’s legacy.
Japanese researchers have created a no-touch cow-tracking system using multi-camera technology, offering 90% accuracy for better health monitoring and herd management.
With the drive to improve, Wiebren Jonkman, a visionary young dairy producer, purchased a Merced, California dairy and transformed it into a beacon of modern agricultural success.