What’s in a Label: Animal Welfare Certifications
Animal welfare is increasingly on the radar of today’s shoppers, and that’s a great thing because it’s top of mind for livestock and poultry farmers too.
Moooving Towards Cow-Savvy Technology
Dairy farmers use technology to help their farms be more efficient and to keep their cows comfortable. From back-scratchers to fitbits, technology improves animal care on dairy farms!
Trusting turkey farmers
In honor of Turkey Lover’s Month, I’d like to share some insights I learned from visiting a turkey farm and a cranberry bog.
Separating Cows and Calves: The Real Story
As a student studying animal agriculture and science at a diverse university, I have found that one question takes prevalence over all others regarding dairy: “Why do dairy farmers take the baby calves away from their mothers?”
Technology is changing how we care for livestock
Farmers and ranchers are using technology to improve animal health, welfare, reproduction, record keeping and much more.
Keeping Animals Cool in the Summer
Farmers are dedicated to the health and well-being of their animals. So when the weather gets hot and humid, they take many steps to ensure their livestock are happy and healthy!
How are farm animals not freezing in this winter weather?!
Farmers are the 24/7 caretakers of livestock and poultry – whether it’s 64 degrees or -2 degrees!
Sustainability is more than a buzzword for farmers and ranchers
We’ve all heard the word sustainability, but what does it really mean? For farmers and ranchers, it’s a promise to future generations.
Happy National Farmer’s Day!
As I took the time to think of all the reasons I’m grateful for farmers, I realized most of them centered around the sacrifices farmers make in putting others – especially their livestock – before themselves.
Growing up the Farmer’s Daughter
Some children grow up in the suburbs, others in the big city, some live in large mansions, others in small apartment buildings, but I believe I had the best place of all to grow up.