Exports, ingredients, innovation, and operational excellence are opportunities for the U.S. dairy sector. Achieving these mileposts will come with challenges. by Paul Carbonneau, Ludovic Meilhac, Pooja...
by Mark Hardesty, D.V.M. The author is a partner in the Maria Stein Animal Clinic, Maria Stein, Ohio. May is a wonderful time of new life. It means change. May is also the time when bright new veterinarians...
Editorial: Let's play by the same showmanship rules Imagine how frustrating it is to aim at a moving target. It can make you feel annoyed, stressed, and even defeated. Unfortunately, this is the very challenge...
Don't just stand there Cows that stand too much may be telling you something about cow comfort in your barn. by Cassandra Tucker The author is an associate professor in the department of animal science...
Treat animals nicely.” “All animals must be treated better.” “Ensure all animals are treated with respect.” “Create tougher penalties for animal cruelty.” “Nature...
Genetics and calf care receive premium focus Long rooted in excellent genetics, these days industry-leading attention to genomics and calf care sets up Maddox Dairy for success. by Hoard's Dairyman staff...
Harvest forages, and in particular corn silage, with fresh cows in mind to make sure every bite counts. by Hugo A. Ramírez Ramírez The author is an assistant professor in dairy nutrition...
by Father Timothy Brandt The author is a Catholic priest based in faith communities in Calumet and Manitowoc Counties, Wis. He also serves on the Green Bay Diocese Rural Life Committee. A few weeks ago,...
Not ALL proteins are created equal. As it turns out, whole milk delivers 32 percent more amino acids to the human diet than the best available plant source. Once this groundbreaking research makes its...
Corn, grass or alfalfa silage should have nothing in common with the spoiling food found in many shop refrigerators. Yet, personal experience and research have shown spoiled forage exists on more farms...
by Robert D. Wellington The author is senior vice president, economics, communications and legislative affairs, Agri-Mark, Inc., Lawrence, Mass. Recent milk check articles have done an excellent job explaining...
For years, a great number of us have relied on immigrant labor to milk cows and handle other farm tasks because most locals are unwilling to apply for farm jobs. With improving economic conditions in Mexico,...
The dawn of the scientific community's ability to edit genes in dairy cattle is upon us. Where might the technology fit and how will it be received by consumers remain unanswered questions. by Kirk Sattazahn...
While all cows eventually leave the herd, groundbreaking research on six critical health issues should lead to healthier cows and fewer earlier-than-necessary herd departures. by Hoard's Dairyman staff...
James S. Baird enhanced the appearance of Hoard's Dairyman for multiple generations of readers. His contributions included dynamic cover photos, creative graphics, captivating Christmas covers and, of...
With their knowledge of farm buildings, equipment and livestock, farmers bring unique skills to fire departments that prove valuable in emergency situations. by Andrea Stoltzfus The author and her family...
Barring a court injunction or higher ranking federal legislation, those selling food in Vermont must use package labels to declare foods that contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs). No matter where...
by Bill Brooks The author is a dairy economist with Downes O'Neill/FC Stone, LLC, Dearborn, Mo. USDA's release of the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report in mid-February provided...
In following these three fundamentals, the Rodgers family has pushed past a 32,000-pound herd average despite Georgia's hot and humid climate. by Hoard's Dairyman staff With herd health closely monitored,...
Editorial: Dairying's educational dilemma Since the land grant system was signed into law by President Lincoln, dairying and all of agriculture have benefited from a university system that collectively...
