HANNOVER, N.D. — Wilton Henke has long known he wanted to take over the family farm. The 21-year-old is now in the process of assuming ownership of the operation. “Great-grandpa …
PLOVER, Wis. — As confirmed cases of HPAI H5N1 climb in the western U.S., increased vigilance by dairy producers plays a vital role in preventing infection and treating affected cows in the …
PHOENIX, Ariz. — Dairy Management Inc. President and CEO Barbara O’Brien outlined “Now, next, and future” checkoff strategies to more than 800 dairy farmers and industry …
MADISON, Wis. — Cows are called upon to do a lot in the three weeks leading up to calving and the three weeks following calving. This transition period can take a toll as cows experience big …
Why did you want to obtain your American FFA Degree? Poppler: FFA has been a major influence in my life, and earning the American FFA Degree was the perfect way to showcase all that I have …
Elizabeth Elsinger Peosta, Iowa Dubuque County 500 cows Tell us about your family and farm. Our farm is a 500-cow dairy. We milk Jerseys, Holsteins and cross-bred cows. In 2010, my husband and I …
GREY EAGLE, Minn. — All Joe Arnzen has ever wanted to do is drive a milk truck, something he has been doing for more than 50 years. “This is what makes me happy,” Arnzen said. …
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Some dreams take years, even decades, to realize. For Logan Cliffe, dreams that began as a young Guernsey breeder in Delaware, were finally realized on the green shavings of …
SPARTA, Wis. — At the beginning of November, for the first time since it opened in 1979, the sign identifying Preston’s Dairy Equipment in Sparta now reads Leedstone. Dan and Jill Preston …
INDIANAPOLIS — Alaina Dinderman of Orangeville, Illinois, earned a pair of national honors at the National FFA Convention & Expo Oct. 23-26 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The …
How many times a day do you milk, and what is your current herd average, butterfat and protein? We milk twice a day and our current herd average is 26,329 pounds milk, 1,132 pounds fat (4.4%) and 887 …
MANTORVILLE, Minn. — Willie and Karen Naatz have been active in their community and have now been recognized as the 2024 Dodge County Farm Family of the Year. “We have a very strong …
CLARISSA, Minn. — At Twin Eagle Dairy, the Lunemanns and their team work together to keep the Clarissa farm thriving. The Minnesota Milk Producers Association has recognized the Lunemann …
ATHENS, Wis. — Dairy farming in the 21st century can be complex, and understanding what it means to be sustainable, and how to achieve it, is paramount. Farmers knowing their carbon …
PENNOCK, Minn. — Caring for animals is a top priority at Carlson Dairy LLP. Doing so has led to their receipt of the 2024 National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management Program …
PLYMOUTH, Wis. — As the holiday season approaches, one veterinary clinic and its clients are giving back to their communities with milk in the spotlight. Through its “Gallons of …
MARKESAN, Wis. — From the fields and feed center to the barns and parlor, capturing efficiencies in every area is the goal at Double S Dairy LLC. The farm is committed to proactively pursuing …
SPRING GREEN, Wis. — Agriculturalists Pieter and Lynn Verhoef have dairy farmed on two continents: Europe and North America. Growing up on a dairy farm, Pieter said he always had a passion …
ZUMBROTA, Minn. — Seeing their children’s appreciation for the dairy community is part of what keeps Tony and Maizie Scheffler farming. “Our kids are very, very involved, and …
135 members Clear Lake, Wisconsin Polk County Tell us about your chapter. The Clear Lake FFA Chapter is a well-known organization in our community. We love sharing our experiences in FFA with …