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Everything starts with a question. How do feed transitions impact rumen development? What protein and fat levels do calves need to reach their full potential?

Life is always changing. Embracing that truth is essential for personal growth. To help with this process, remember these three principles: You get out what you put in, mind over matter and just be.

Against the backdrop of the Tuscarora mountains, a half-mile from the busy road into town, she’s out to the barn by 3:30 a.m., milking by 3:45 while herdsman Anthony Yeager feeds and scrapes.

From a recent print issue, the article, “Recreation, rehabilitation at Duncan Dairy Farm and Corn Maze” features a unique experience a group of veterans had visiting a Pennsylvania dairy farm and corn maze. The group learned about the milking process, fed baby calves and cheered each other on in various friendly competitions.

Talking with Midge Chambers provides the opportunity for a lesson in the history of dairy processing from the female perspective. Chambers spent her entire working career in the dairy industry.

There is a lot of talk about the longevity of cows, but Ohio dairy producer Lambert VanderMade thought it was important enough to create a second setup just for older cows.