Importance of Genomics, Manure Management, Facility Building, Vegetation Management

American Dairymen August 2025

As we wrap up this issue of American Dairymen, we also find ourselves wrapping up another Dairy Month.  It reminded me of when I was a kid and time seemed to stand still, and the days, weeks, and months seemed to last forever.  As an adult, I often feel I  want time to slow down.  We are already halfway through another year.  Soon, discussions about the World Dairy Expo will be on the minds of exhibitors, vendors, and producers alike.  And not too long after that, we will be wrapping up 2025 and wondering what 2026 will have in store for us and the dairy industry.

I recently attended a John Deere event in Arlington, WI, where John Deere unveiled its new F8/F9 Self-Propelled Forage Harvestors.  As the lights dimmed and the music began playing, a fog machine started pumping out fog in front of the slowly opening garage doors.  I felt the adrenaline starting to pump as the new machinery rolled into the building.  What an entrance!  Long story short, I encourage you to find the American Dairymen Podcast episode with John Deere’s “go-to man,” Bergen Nelson, as we discussed the ins and outs of these new forage harvesters.

This month’s issue features a strong lineup of editorial, covering dairy genetics and AI.  We also feature an editorial on Facility Building, Planning, and Updating. If that is in your future, you will want to check out.  And lastly, we have a piece on manure management.  We hope you find this helpful and educational lineup.

As we conclude this piece, we at the American Dairymen would like to thank all dairy producers for their dedication to the industry.  Dairy month is only 30 days, and we can all agree that it isn’t long enough!  We know it isn’t easy, and we know it involves long hours, but please know that you are appreciated and admired!  As Dairy month comes to an end, I tip my ice cream cone to you and say Thank you!

Cheers,

Dustin Hector

In This Issue

• Importance of Genomics: for Genetic Improvement
• Manure Management: Crucial Considerations
• Facility Building: Critical Thoughts for Building, Planning & Updating
• Dairy Goats: Goats for Vegetation Management

Trimming Chutes, Common Udder Injuries, Heat Stress, Kid Barn Ventilation

American Dairymen July 2025

Well no one ever said being a Dairy Producer was easy!  Every generation faces its challenges and for those of us within the United States Dairy Industry these are indeed challenging times.  The U.S. Dairy Industry is experiencing dynamic changes, influenced by various factors ranging from international trade relations to evolving consumer patterns.  Combined with what appears to be at best a confusing political climate that provides producers with little guidance for strategic planning short or long term.   Moving forward into the dairy market of 2025, all involved parties are advised to stay alert and proactive. Key strategies for successfully navigating the sector’s fluctuating dynamics will include making astute investments, broadening the scope of export markets, and employing efficient risk management techniques. This multifaceted and evolving industry landscape demands such strategic measures to capitalize on potential opportunities while simultaneously addressing the inherent challenges.

The American Dairymen takes its role in the industry seriously by providing timely information regarding products, services and practices that can assist the producer in maintaining a profitable operation regardless of your herd size.

This issue presents a strong group of editorial information from some of the industry’s best journalists.  We hope you find this issue stimulating and enjoyable.

Finally Dairy Producers thank you for your tenacity and efforts.   We the Staff of the American Dairymen recognize the difficulties of your endeavors, but we also recognize the great reward you feel from doing what you do!

In This Issue

• Trimming Chutes
• Common Udder Injuries
• Heat Stress: The importance of Barn Ventilation
• Dairy Goats: Kid Barn Ventilation
• Industry Features

Milk Testing & Milk Grades, Dairy Smarter with Digital Data, Best Practices for Summer Haying, External parasites of goats

American Dairymen June 2025

Well no one ever said being a Dairy Producer was easy!  Every generation faces its challenges and for those of us within the United States Dairy Industry these are indeed challenging times.  The U.S. Dairy Industry is experiencing dynamic changes, influenced by various factors ranging from international trade relations to evolving consumer patterns.  Combined with what appears to be at best a confusing political climate that provides producers with little guidance for strategic planning short or long term.   Moving forward into the dairy market of 2025, all involved parties are advised to stay alert and proactive. Key strategies for successfully navigating the sector’s fluctuating dynamics will include making astute investments, broadening the scope of export markets, and employing efficient risk management techniques. This multifaceted and evolving industry landscape demands such strategic measures to capitalize on potential opportunities while simultaneously addressing the inherent challenges.

The American Dairymen takes its role in the industry seriously by providing timely information regarding products, services and practices that can assist the producer in maintaining a profitable operation regardless of your herd size.

This issue presents a strong group of editorial information from some of the industry’s best journalists.  We hope you find this issue stimulating and enjoyable.

Finally Dairy Producers thank you for your tenacity and efforts.  National Dairy Month in June celebrates the many contributions of the dairy industry to our health and economy.  We the Staff of the American Dairymen recognize the difficulties of your endeavors, but we also recognize the great reward you feel from doing what you do!

In This Issue

• Milk & Testing Grades
• Dairy Smarter with Digital Data
• Best Practices for Summer Haying
• External Parasites of Goats
• Industry Features

American Dairymen May 2025

In This Issue

• Fly Control In Dairy Operations
• Robotics Can Save Labor & Enhance Dairy Cow Management
• Optimizing Water Systems for Herd Health & Efficiency
• More Than a Tin Can: Forage Systems for Goats

American Dairymen April 2025

In This Issue

• Vaccinations – An Important Part of Diary Management
• Leveraging Drones for Farm Management
• Essential Wound Care – Keep Small Problems from Becoming Big Ones
• Proper Goat Hoof Care

American Dairymen March 2025

In This Issue

• Avian Influenza and Dairies – Risk and Prevention
• Quality Forage Management
• Scours in Calves – Prevention and Treatment
• Criteria to Select Goat Breeding