The House passed its farm bill in April, and the Senate Agriculture Committee approved its version this fall. Midwest Council on Agriculture President Perry Aasness is encouraging Congress to keep …
Raising healthy calves starts with the fundamentals: quality colostrum, consistent feeding and clean, dry housing. It may sound simple, but establishing clear protocols and following them day in and …
The House passed its farm bill in April, and the Senate Agriculture Committee approved its version this fall. Midwest Council on Agriculture President Perry Aasness is encouraging Congress to keep …
It’s hard to believe that it has already been two months since coronation night, when I was blessed with the honor of representing Minnesota’s dairy industry. Looking back, I am amazed by how …
My wife and I were on a grocery hunting expedition recently when we bumped into an old friend. We had chatted for a few minutes when our friend said, “You two always seem so happy when I see …
Dairy producers understand the importance of feeding high-quality colostrum immediately after birth. We have spent years improving colostrum collection, testing, storage and feeding protocols. …
I’m a big fan of preventative maintenance. I like it when equipment works as it’s supposed to work and can be pushed hard when necessary to beat a weather window without breaking. Do we always …
I’m going to say something controversial, but I don’t care whose feathers I ruffle. I don’t like fall. I’m not saying it’s my least favorite season, but I don’t get all the hype that so …
Hello, Dairy Star readers. Since I’ll be in your mailbox once a month, I should say who’s knocking. My name is Andrea Brossard, and I’m a third-generation dairy farmer near Beaver Dam, …
The last week of October, I traveled to Salt Lake City to visit Carol’s daughter and her family. The weather was extremely nice — 75 degrees and sunny. The family works during the week, so we …
U.S. butter stocks fell seasonally in September but remained above those of a year ago. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s latest cold storage report shows the Sept. 30 butter inventory at 295.7 …
My countertops are covered with the final garden harvest. Apples, cabbage, onions, carrots and celery are a few of the things scattered on any open kitchen space, awaiting their final destination. …
Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin has made a formal appeal to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins seeking to undo a new 25% matching funds requirement for the regional Dairy Business Innovation …
The future of the dairy industry is in our hands. That may sound daunting, but I believe today’s dairy producers have a responsibility to encourage the next generation of dairy producers and …
Fall is the busiest time of the year for dairy farmers. We have spent our time in the last six months planning, planting, fertilizing, nurturing and preparing for harvest. Yes, we harvest alfalfa in …
Fall has brought more than a change in season. It has also marked an exciting new chapter in leadership at Midwest Dairy and Dairy Management Inc. I am honored to step into the role of interim chief …
Our neighborhood has been invaded by gangs. These bands of heavily armed men slowly cruise our gravel roads as they peer out of the darkly tinted windows of their powerful sport utility vehicles. …
Several thousand dairy producers gathered in Madison, Wisconsin, a few weeks ago to attend World Dairy Expo. Nearly 500 exhibitors participated in one of the largest dairy trade shows, which featured …
We eat a lot of meatballs. Somehow, they’ve risen to the top of all the recipes I make — likely because they’re both tasty and convenient. Monika and Daphne like taking them to school …
As reported last week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture lowered its 2026 and 2027 milk production forecasts in the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates. 2026 production was projected at …