How do USDA price estimates affect your farm?
Increasing feed prices and projected reductions in milk price will result in the need to closely monitor performance, income and expenses.
Outlook suggests good returns for primary commodity crops
The crop margin outlook for this year is decidedly different from last year at this time. Barry Ward weighs in in this week's Dairy Excel column.
What to do when you can’t compete
Sometimes, exiting is the best decision for the business and family. Consider the following factors if you decide to exit the dairy farming business.
Managing when ‘normal’ isn’t normal
Even though we are getting more glimpses of normality, it is apparent that how the agricultural industry operates will never be the same following COVID-19.
Advice for graduation season
Bonnie Ayars shares some advice she has for those preparing to graduate college in this week's Dairy Excel column.
US dairy consolidation likely to continue down the road
Dairy farm consolidations will likely continue with emphasis on improving efficiency while meeting the demands of consumers and improving sustainability.
Comparing Ohio herd size groups
An advantage of Ohio's dairy industry is that one herd size or management system does not fit all. Dianne Shoemaker explains in this week's Dairy Excel.
The fork in the road for dairy farms
The Fork in the Road for Dairy Farms is discussed in this article and will provide suggestions for those managers who are or want to become competitive.
Maximizing forage yield and quality
Learn how to decide how much nitrogen to apply and how to select a harvest date to maximize forage yields.
Crossbreeding cattle comes with many considerations
Maurice Eastridge breaks down the decision-making process of breeding dairy cattle in this week's Dairy Excel column. Learn what you need to consider.
