Jacob Manternach (pictured with Tucker and Remlie) Hopkinton, Iowa Delaware County 180 cows How did you get into farming? I am the second generation on my family’s farm. I was fortunate to join …
HERREID, S.D. – Five years ago, Allen Schaffer’s dairy farm became the last one in Campbell County, but Schaffer is used to operating solo.
Daryl Payne Sullivan, Wisconsin Jefferson County 210 cows How did you get into farming? I was born and raised on this farm, but even at a young age, I took an interest in cows and what it took to …
MUSCODA, Wis. – After working hard to convert a beef facility into a dairy setup, William and Danielle Waterman were ready to get their Grade A milking permit in 2020.
Patti Stadler Birnamwood, Wisconsin Shawano County 90 cows Tell us about your farm. I farm with my husband, Ervin Jr., “J.R.” We are the third generation to call this farm home. …
BARRON, Wis. – For youth involved in dairy projects through 4-H or FFA, dairy judging is a rite of passage and a learning experience that takes them far beyond simply evaluating and comparing one cow to another.
CASHTON, Wis. – Every morning since he was a young man, Bill Hansen has gotten up early to milk cows.
MADISON, Wis. – From manure management to soil carbon management to Clean Fuel Standard programs, dairy farmers can participate in carbon markets.
How and why did you become a farm business management instructor? I was working in extension, but I wanted to work closer to farmers and be on the farm with them and wanted to have less office time. …
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. – With so many things to take care of on a dairy farm, too many times farmers might find that taking care of themselves falls to the bottom of the to-do list.
GASHORA, Rwanda – When most farmers think of agriculture, Rwanda might not be the first place to come to mind, but agriculture, and dairy in particular, play an important role in filling the nutritional needs and generating income for many of the country’s population.
LA CRESCENT, Minn. – High upon the bluffs of the Mississippi River, the coming of spring finds Ayrshire cows grazing on the slopes of Enchanted Meadows Farm.
BROWERVILLE, Minn. – Corey and Pam Lamm have had their share of setbacks in their dairying career, but that does not stop them from persevering.
Jacob Hoen 15 years old Freshman When do you do chores and what chores do you do? I work on the farm on weekends doing milking, cleaning the barn and fieldwork. What is your favorite and least …
Adam Wilwerding Parents: James Wilwerding and Sarah Overby Wilwerding Dairy Freeport, Minnesota Stearns County 2,800 cows Senior at Melrose High School Questions for parents: Tell us your favorite …
SHEBOYGAN FALLS, Wis. – With themes of community, charcuterie and personal growth, creating a special evening for women was Chelsea Hakala’s mission when she decided to host Agricultural Women’s Night on her farm near Sheboygan Falls.