New Federal Order milk pricing will go into effect in June
Ohio State Extension educator Jason Hartschuh provides an update on the new Federal Order milk pricing that will go into effect in June.
Why it’s important to learn to speak cow
Discover how interpreting cow behavior, sensory signals, and AI technology can improve herd health, boost milk production, and ensure farm longevity.
Dear Extension: Solving the toughest family farm dilemmas
From sweat equity to privacy boundaries, Ohio State University Extension’s David Marrison answers "Dear Abby" style questions to help families navigate farm management.
Estimating corn silage yield price
As you prepare for corn silage harvest, it can be helpful to estimate how many tons per acre each variety will yield to make sure you will have enough.
DairyPalooza celebrates 10 years
Although it was a long time coming, the 10th anniversary of DairyPalooza took place at the Wayne County Fairgrounds April 30.
2020 leaves dairy farmers with questions
Record-negative producer price differentials wreaked havoc whether there were risk-management plans in place, or not. Dianne Shoemaker offers insight.
Are incentive-based employment tools a good idea for your farm?
It doesn’t matter the size of your farm, the number of employees you have, or the number of family (paid or unpaid) members working in the business. Everyone has something that motivates them.
Stall Wars: Cows vs. comfort
In stall-based housing systems, the cow stall design, surface and bedding type have a large effect on cow comfort and cow injuries.
H5N1 in the milking parlor: New insights into transmission and risks
Ohio State University's Natalie Tarbuck takes a deep dive into H5N1 bird flu in U.S. dairy herds, from udder health to biosecurity. Discover why commercial milk remains safe and how the virus is evolving.
Tips for making high-quality baleage
To maximize baleage quality, aim for 45-55% moisture and wrap within two hours. Ohio State University Extension expert Jason Hartschuh shares tips on increasing bale density and new research on "sweet hay" preservation to help farmers manage harvest windows and improve forage bunk life.
