PELICAN RAPIDS, Minn. — Every Tuesday night from November to the beginning of April, Adam Johnson can be found on the ice, curling with his friends and family. “We started just coming here …
LOMIRA, Wis. — Cow comfort and efficiency were the focus when building a new barn at Elsinger Farms LLC — an unexpected project derived of necessity after the dairy’s freestall barn was …
Linda and Andy Rieke Franklin, Minnesota Renville County 56 cows How did you meet, and how long have you been married? We met while we were in college at Gustavus …
How many times a day do you milk, and what is your current herd average, butterfat and protein? We milk three times a day. Our herd average is 31,135 pounds of milk, 1,288 pounds of butterfat and 991 …
GREEN BAY, Wis. — When the highway department in Door County wanted to impose a permit fee of $200 for every manure frac tank placed on a county road, dairy farmer Jacob Brey spoke up. “If …
MADISON, Wis. — Deciding if a student will bring their own lunch or eat at school depends on what is found on the menu. In Dodgeville, the Dolan family saw margarine on the menu and began a …
LA CRESCENT, Minn. — Growing up in town as the son of a milk truck driver, Brad Von Arx has been around the dairy industry all his life. He got his feet wet by helping his dad haul milk when he was …
FOLEY, Minn. — Being a dairy farmer and assisting those in need around him go hand in hand for Brian Rahm and his family. “I try to help people out when I can and everyone around here tends …
ALMA, Wis. — The banks of the Mississippi River present a unique opportunity for farms in Wisconsin’s Driftless region. Scott Noll of Five Star Dairy Farm LLC embraces what comes with the …
MADISON, Wis. — More than 300 farmers and agriculturists gathered for Ag Day at the Capitol Jan. 21 at the Monona Terrace in Madison. Hosted by Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, the day began with …
MARSHFIELD, Wis. — The Roehl Marshfield Public Library helped bring the fun of cheese to their patrons on a frigid day in January. Jan. 20 has come to be celebrated in the U.S. as National …
BROWERVILLE, Minn. — Growing up as the youngest of six siblings, Anna (Salber) Butler was quick to volunteer for farm chores. “When I would ask for help outside, (Butler) was always the …
During a webinar hosted by the University of Minnesota Extension and North Dakota State University Extension, Dr. Angie Varnum, UMN Extension livestock veterinarian, spoke about managing sheep and …
EAGLE POINT, Ore. — While she might be best known for doing everything Fred Astaire did, backwards and in high heels, there was much more to Ginger Rogers than Hollywood glitz and glamour. Rogers …
LOYAL, Wis. — Having grown up in the dairy industry and attending auctions as a child, it was appealing for Mark Oberholtzer to pursue a career as an auctioneer. His dedication to refining his …
STEARNS COUNTY — Growing up on a dairy farm, the Molitor sisters were raised with a strong dose of faith, family and farming. “Our grandpa, uncle and dad had such a strong devotion to daily …
Within this feature the Dairy Star catches up to retired farmers to talk about the ups and downs they had when dairy farming. The feature includes how each individual farm changed throughout …
OTOROHANGA, Waikato, North Island, New Zealand — For decades, the Ferguson family has watched their cows graze on the paddocks of Ferdon Farm on New Zealand’s North Island. Warren and …
Members to be recognized at Wisconsin Holstein Convention The Wisconsin Holstein Association is pleased to announce its 2025 Distinguished Breeder and Service award winners. Those being …
Ben Thorman 8 years old Third grade When do you do chores ? In the evenings. What is your favorite and least favorite chore? I don’t have a specific favorite. My …