MYERSTOWN, Pa. — Milking with robots is much different from a tiestall environment — for the cows and the people. As Adam … More
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Junior shows forge bonds, open doors
BERNVILLE, Pa. — A family dairy farm progressing into the future faces different decisions today. A key trend is toward … More
NEW backpack does groups easily, makes ‘robot-ready’ routine possible
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Preparing fresh heifers to transition easily and comfortably to milking is important for all dairies, and … More
The homebred cow that put them on the map
Update: Colata was EX90 as a 3-year-old milking 125 to 135 pounds per day. Today, in 2020 at age 8, … More
Great cows, great people are always the bright spot
BIGLERVILLE, Pa. — The sun shone bright for this bright spot on the calendars of eastern cattle enthusiasts Saturday, July … More
Vision, values and attention to details are their keys to success
BERNE, Ind. — Beer Farms and Cattle Co. in Adams County, Indiana has been in the Beer family since 1891. … More
He targets ‘milkability’ so first-calvers are robot-ready
WESTFIELD, N.Y. — Chad Fredd of Grapeview Dairy in western New York has relied on Udder Comfort for over 15 … More
Producers review new backpack, see benefits of better start for fresh heifers
MADISON, Wis. — In the milking parlor or out in the headlocks, it’s good to have options. Udder ComfortTM is pleased … More
His Ayrshires swept Premier National Junior supreme in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Dillon Freeman, 15, of Breman, Indiana, took home two Supreme banners with his champion Ayrshire cow and … More
Artisan ice cream helps family realize dairy dream
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — “It was like jumping off a cliff… Dream, plan, be creative but be meticulous in producing … More
Profiles in comfort and quality 