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Taylor Leach

Assistant Editor of Dairy

Taylor Leach is the Assistant Editor of Dairy Herd Management and Milk Business Quarterly, blending her background in journalism and dairy farming. Raised on a dairy farm in Kansas, she now farms in Wisconsin with her husband. She is actively involved in cattle showing and agricultural advocacy.

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Cinnamon Ridge Dairy
Education
Do Trained Heifers Really Perform Better With Robots?
Giving heifers some practice time with an automated milking system before calving could help them adapt faster and boost milk production during the first few weeks of lactation.
August 12, 2025 11:48 AM
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Taylor Leach
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Veterinary Education
A Unique, Hands-On Approach to Training Tomorrow’s Dairy Veterinarians
With fewer young professionals entering large animal medicine, the University of Vermont’s CREAM Program offers a unique, hands-on approach to preparing the next generation of dairy veterinarians through real-world experience.
August 06, 2025 12:40 PM
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Taylor Leach
Milk Business Awards
Industry
Recognizing the Best in Dairy: Apply Now for the 2025 MILK Business Awards
The 2025 MILK Business Awards are your chance to earn national recognition, share your story and win a trip to the MILK Business Conference in Las Vegas! Apply or nominate a standout young leader, tech-driven farm or exceptional employee by Aug. 11.
July 31, 2025 10:42 AM
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Taylor Leach
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Veterinary Education
Not All Milk Fever is the Same
Knowing the different forms of milk fever and when they’re most likely to show up can help you and your team catch problems early, fine-tune prevention strategies and keep fresh cows on their feet from the start.
July 29, 2025 12:15 PM
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Taylor Leach
Colostrum
Education
Prep for the Seasonal Colostrum Slump: Expert Tips to Keep Your Freezers Full
Colostrum supplies can often drop as temperatures cool and days shorten, but smart planning and management can help you beat the seasonal slump.
July 22, 2025 01:30 PM
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Taylor Leach
A protocol overhaul helped the team at Singing Brook Farms, Imler, Pa., up their game in colostrum delivery. Two of their key managers share how they now seamlessly deliver high-quality colostrum to every newborn calf.
Education
Don’t Settle for Mediocre: How to Make Moderate Quality Colostrum Work
New research shows adding dry colostrum replacer powder directly to moderate-quality colostrum can safely boost its immune value.
July 17, 2025 10:58 AM
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Taylor Leach
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Industry
Rural America is Facing a Mounting Labor Crisis
A shrinking labor pool is already having an impact, and ag experts say it’s only going to get tougher.
July 11, 2025 03:39 PM
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Taylor Leach
Just knowing that calves are being fed three quarts of milk replacer twice a day is not enough information.
Education
Use Frozen Colostrum Within 8 Months for Best Results
Frozen colostrum is a valuable tool for calf health, but to preserve its quality and immune benefits, dairy farms should use it within eight months, store it in non-frost-free freezers and label it clearly.
July 09, 2025 12:42 PM
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Taylor Leach
The Holstein breed is wrestling with the phenomenon of a newly identified genetic defect for Recumbency.
Veterinary Education
Take The Edge Off: Meloxicam Eases Calf Pain After Dehorning
Oral meloxicam, given before or after dehorning, can reduce pain and inflammation in calves, with the timing of treatment affecting the length of its anti-inflammatory benefits, according to a study.
July 07, 2025 01:44 PM
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Taylor Leach
Beef-on-Dairy Calves
Industry
Are Beef-on-Dairy Animals Really Worth the High Price Tag?
Beef-on-dairy crossbreds show clear advantages in feed efficiency and carcass performance, but Michigan State University research reveals current market premiums often exceed their true economic value.
June 27, 2025 03:59 PM
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