The H5N1 strain of avian influenza—commonly known as bird flu—has been circulating among wild migratory birds for the past two years, with substantial spillover into poultry farms. But what's sparking ...

Milk checks have stayed thin for many U.S. dairy farmers over the past year, pushing many to look beyond the bulk tank for ...

FOR Region Five cattle farmer Sean James, cattle rearing is not merely an occupation; it is a legacy shaped by memory, discipline and deep respect for the ...

Since a new form of bird flu arrived in 2022, federal officials have sought to reassure Americans that the threat to the public remained low. By Noah Weiland Benjamin Mueller and Emily Anthes The ...

Ever asked yourself "where does milk come from?" A few months ago, I purchased an American Devon/Jersey Cross milking cow ...

Industry experts say interest in protein consumption among consumers is likely driving growth in whole milk sales. But the ...

Innovative practices — from diet additives to regenerative grazing — can offer quick wins in the fight against global rising temperatures.

At Vaqueria El Remanso, a small dairy farm west of San Juan, Puerto Rico, the cows are different—they have a freshly shaven, suave look. Their short hair is the result of a natural mutation known as ...

It may be home to Ben & Jerry’s Factory Store, but the town’s last three dairy farms were driven out of business.

Michael Oosten’s grandparents were dairy farmers in the Netherlands and immigrated to California in the 1920s, starting their own dairy farm in Paramount in 1945 before relocating to bigger farms in ...

The newest alternative-milk brand doesn’t call itself plant-based, but “cow-free.” The brand, Betterland, is the first milk to come to market, which uses Perfect Day’s animal-free dairy protein—whey ...

With so many milk options now on the market, experts weigh in on which choice actually supports your long-term health and ...