TECHNOLOGY
As dairy farms collect more data than ever, the real challenge is helping the next generation cut through the noise and focus on the signals that drive better decisions.
Adron Belk uses data to cut costs, improve yields and make every decision, from fertilizer usage to what tire pressure he uses when planting. The precision-driven strategy is what’s helping drive profitability.
AI is the newest hired hand on the dairy, moving beyond simple fixes to protect farmer intuition through data-driven precision, better cow comfort, and a sustainable legacy for the next generation.
Birds are a costly nuisance around the farm. A new technology using laser beams could offer another way to keep them away.
The adoption of individual-cow monitoring technology has created the ability to customize reproductive decisions based on the potential of each cow to respond to a specific breeding strategy.
Crowd gates are often one of the most used tools on a dairy. However, just like any tool, crowd gates can be used incorrectly and can sometimes negatively impact cow comfort and welfare.
From predicting lameness to estimating milk production months ahead, artificial intelligence is starting to change how dairy farms use their herd data.
Artificial intelligence may be the dairy industry’s next management tool.
Robots and sensors can spot mastitis before symptoms appear, but keeping cows healthy still comes down to careful management.
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With their recent accolade of being named the 2026 IDFA’s Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year award winner, the Waddell family showcases what it truly means to be modern dairy producers.
This South Dakota dairy is a beacon of prosperity. From their calves to their 6,200 cows, comprehensive monitoring and a focus on healthy and productive animals drive success forward.
This Iowa operation’s meticulous approach to genetics, herd health, nutrition and milk components turns every detail into a driver of success.
The U.S. dairy industry stands at a pivotal juncture, ripe with potential yet confronting undeniable challenges.
Nestled in South America, Lechera Protea Dairy masterfully blends a rich heritage with pioneering innovation, transforming from modest 1975 ambitions into a high-tech, high-output operation.
Dairy farmers are facing a growing layer of digital risk.
Three dairymen at the MILK Business Conference explain how steady, intentional decisions around people, technology and key metrics are helping their farms stay competitive and resilient.
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.
How data and technology turned this first-generation farmer’s dreams into a reality.
McCarty Family Farms of Kansas earns the 2025 Leader in Technology Award for transforming their operation into a high-tech, 20,000-cow operation driven by innovation, data and bold decision-making.
Bitcoin will fundamentally change farming forever, contends a growing chorus within agriculture.
As drone technology continues to evolve, it’s poised to transform how dairy farms manage their feed inventories, optimizing efficiency and productivity across the industry.
Through remarkable advancements in genetic testing and data-driven strategies, McCarty Family Farms are setting new standards in productivity, quality and sustainability.
Having your information compromised is a matter of when, not if, says Chris Sherman from Tech Support Farm.
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The 2025 IDF World Dairy Summit underscored that while the industry faces numerous challenges, it is also on the brink of exciting advancements. By embracing technology and prioritizing sustainability, the dairy industry is poised to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future.
The integration of standardized data, technology and a collaborative mindset is fundamental to advancing sustainability and innovation in farming. By embracing these changes, the agricultural industry positions itself for a prosperous future that benefits farmers, businesses and consumers alike.
For the family-owned Bilow Farms LLC, located in Malone, N.Y., the drive for improvement is particularly evident, where embracing new technology plays a crucial role in advancing their operations.
“We’re doubling down, allotting capital on digital innovation for FBN’s future,” says Diego Casanello, CEO of FBN.