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Iowa State University Dairy News

Iowa State University Dairy News & Upcoming Events!

Herd in the Barn Greetings from the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team! We are here to inform you of the most current educational events, research, and tools available; enhancing dairy profits and quality of life. Please contact us with any questions you may have. Following you will find info on: Recommended 2024 Guidelines […]

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Celebrate June Dairy Month at Educational Open Houses

Celebrate June Dairy Month at Educational Open Houses Gain a deeper understanding about dairy production during educational events AMES, Iowa – Iowans can learn more about the dairy industry and experience modern dairy farming methods as the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach dairy team celebrates National Dairy Month in June. Two dairy open houses have begun […]

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CLAAS Asks Dairy Farmers

CLAAS Asks Dairy Farmers to “Say Cheese”

CLAAS Asks Dairy Farmers to “Say Cheese” June Dairy Month Promotion Celebrates Dairy Farmers through Selfies with Cows and a Year’s Supply of Cheese OMAHA, Neb., (May 30, 2024) – Dairy farmers of America, are you and your most photogenic bovine ready for your close ups? CLAAS is celebrating the dairy industry this June during […]

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Dairy Goat Milking Systems

Dairy Goat Milking Systems

Dairy Goat Milking Systems What is the best way to milk a dairy goat? It truly depends on many factors, but especially on herd size, labor availability and finances. Milking systems can range from hand milking to bucket milking to stationary milking parlors to rotary parlors. Due to milker ergonomics, most goats are milked on […]

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