holstein

For many dairy farmers, it’s a decision that comes naturally.  Breeding for elite registered Holstein genetics that can position their herd for greater production, efficiency, and profitability for the future.   A recent study from Zoetis also helps show the positive effect genetic selection can have on environmental sustainability outcomes.   “What we fo...

Leadership at all levels of the agriculture industry is essential to building a positive future for the next generation.  Like other membership organizations, Holstein Association USA depends on support from dairy producers who serve on its board of directors and other committees to drive its mission forward.  ...

For an entire century, Holstein Association U.S.A. has encouraged next-generation dairy leaders through its annual Distinguished Junior Members Award Competition.  Advancing as a Holstein U-S-A Distinguished Junior Member finalist is a big deal.  In...

Holstein Association USA believes in continued improvement, generation after generation.  As high performing as the Holstein cow is today, there are ways to make the world’s perfect cow even more profitable.  In fact, Holstein leaders are willing to bank on people who want to make it happen.  Dr. Chad Dech...

Researchers at Kansas State University say hemp could be used as a stress reducer for cattle. “We fed industrial hemp to a group of Holstein steers," said Kansas State University beef production medicine veterinarian, Dr. Mike Kleinhenz. "I ...

Automation has been integrated into almost all aspects of our lives, and dairy farms are no different. In the last five to ten years, there’s been a huge increase in farmers adopting automated milking systems, said Courtney Halbach, Outreach Specialist with The Dairyland Initiative “Part of the reasons behind that is because they want to improve labor efficiency as well as milk production. So, we

Butter. Cheese. Ice cream. Whole milk. Consumption is up nationally and globally. And to meet that growing demand, dairy farmers are generating more total pounds of the key ingredient, butterfat. Holstein Association USA President Corey Geiger said it’s a trend that’s been taking place for years. “In ...

Partnering with the right people at the right time has been paramount to success at McCarty Family Farms. The century-old dairy farming operation has grown and adapted through the years, recently finding great returns by improving their genetic base with U ...

Healthy, productive cows. That’s the ultimate goal for any livestock operation, especially for dairy farmers, where markets can be unpredictable and margins tight. Miles Ramsay takes a look at how genomic technology is advancing the dairy industry today, and how producers can select the best cows to meet their breeding and profitability goals. ...

When it comes to maintaining profitability on a dairy operation, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. One way farmers can stay ahead is by focusing on what they can control; and that includes managing heifer inventories. Miles Ramsay takes a look how genomic technology improves decision making for the herd’s replacement females. If yo... Read More ...