Dairy News

Feed costs have increased dramatically, and futures indicate they will remain high throughout 2022. There are practices that may help lower feed costs without affecting performance.

Dana Adams, University of Minnesota Extension educator, marries her fascination with dairy animals with desire to help livestock farmers.

Study shows good governance, the ability to identify and develop talent, an orderly succession strategy, and “family gravity” are traits of successful family-owned businesses. 

The amount of overcrowding you can tolerate on your dairy depends on facility design and management. Overstocking does not need to affect productivity and animal welfare when certain criteria are met.

Hay is expensive, even if you make your own. Avoiding waste can mean you don’t have to buy hay or could mean you have excess hay you can sell. Either way, using your hay efficiently results in more money in the long run.

Handling livestock safely is crucial on any farm to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities. Bulls are some of the most dangerous animals on the farm and require strict safety measures.

Securing enough forage during a drought can be a challenge. But there are steps you can take to get the forage you need or stretch your current forage inventory.

These 10 tips for managing drought-stressed cool-season grass pastures in the Midwest can help ensure pasture longevity and maximize growth when rainfall comes.

The Drug Residue Prevention Program (DRPP) helps prevent drug residues in milk and meat and promotes antibiotic stewardship in livestock.

Extension’s cattle podcast, "The Moos Room," gets real about mental health on the farm for National Mental Health Awareness Month.