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FROM THE FARM REPORT: REFINEMENT OF PAIRING CALVES
There have been several studies evaluating the effectiveness of pair-housing calves in the preweaning period. Justification for keeping...
Apr 14, 20253 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: FREE FATTY ACIDS IN BULK TANK MILK
An elevated concentration of free fatty acids (FFA; ≥ 1.2 mmol FFA/100 g of milk fat) in bulk tank milk is a concern for dairy farmers...
Apr 14, 20253 min read


Late Night Out
Public outreach is an important part of Miner Institute’s mission. Typically, we participate in outreach through visits to local schools,...
Apr 3, 20252 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: HOOF LESIONS: WHAT ROLE DOES THE ENVIRONMENT PLAY?
The overall hoof health in dairy cows plays a critical role in ensuring productivity of farms Not only does it impact the well-being of cows
Mar 18, 20253 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: UNDERSTANDING H.R. 649: THE WHOLE MILK FOR HEALTHY KIDS ACT OF 2025
Since 2012, schools that participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) have been required to serve low-fat or fat-free milk....
Mar 18, 20253 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: NOT YOUR AVERAGE HEADACHE: ASPIRIN USE IN DAIRY CATTLE
Aspirin: a staple in nearly every medicine cabinet, the first line of defense against an oncoming headache. This familiar friend in human...
Mar 18, 20252 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: WHAT’S HAPPENING ON THE FARM
March has begun and everyone here on the farm is looking forward to the warmer spring weather and hoping for a break from the heavy...
Mar 18, 20252 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO? – MUST LISTEN AG & DAIRY PODCASTS
Whether you’re a dairy farmer, a consultant, or simply someone interested in learning about the world of agriculture, podcasts offer an...
Mar 18, 20253 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: AGRICULTURE AS A TOOL TO IMPROVE PLANETARY HEALTH
The subject of environmental sustainability and planetary health has become unavoidable in recent years, and a lot of resources have been...
Mar 18, 20252 min read


FROM THE FARM REPORT: CHOOSING THE RIGHT STARTER FEED FOR YOUR CALVES: WHAT DAIRY FARMERS NEED TO KNOW
When it comes to raising healthy and productive dairy calves, starter feed plays a critical role.
Mar 18, 20252 min read
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