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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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Veterinary Education
Before They Hit the Road: Rethinking Calf Transport for Better Health and Growth
Veterinarian David Renaud’s research highlights how careful planning before, during and after transport can significantly improve calf health, reduce disease and support long-term growth.
June 25, 2025 05:04 PM
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Education
Stop the Summer Surge: How to Keep Your SCC in Check
Rising heat and humidity can drive up SCC, but with proactive management and attention to detail, summer doesn’t have to compromise milk quality.
June 16, 2025 02:34 PM
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Ag Policy
A Big Step Toward Better Milk Options for Kids
The Senate Agriculture Committee has advanced the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, a major step toward restoring whole and 2% milk options in schools.
June 03, 2025 04:55 PM
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Veterinary Education
The Hidden Cost of Heat Stress on the Unborn Calf
Protecting the future performance of the herd starts with cooling the cows who are carrying it.
June 02, 2025 10:05 AM
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Education
Improving Calf Health Starts with Better Prepartum Cow Nutrition
What a cow eats and how she’s cared for before calving can shape her calf’s health, resilience and productivity for years to come.
May 28, 2025 03:25 PM
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Industry
5 Must-Do Steps for Raising Healthy Beef-on-Dairy Calves Before They Leave the Farm
With beef-on-dairy calves in high demand, giving them the best start is essential for both their health and market value. Dr. Gail Carpenter outlines five key priorities for dairy farmers to focus on to help set these calves up for success.
March 26, 2025 10:13 AM
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Education
Milk’s Role in Calf Growth: Laying the Foundation for a Productive Cow
From the moment a calf is born, its journey to becoming a productive member of the herd begins.
March 07, 2025 12:01 PM
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Industry
DFA Launches New Milk50, a First-of-its-Kind Low-Calorie Fluid Milk
There’s a new, first-of-its-kind, dairy product hitting store shelves this year. And it’s sure to resonate with consumers who are calorie-conscious.
February 24, 2025 09:02 AM
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Industry
Beef-on-Dairy: A Critical Solution to the Shrinking U.S. Cattle Herd
With native cattle numbers still under pressure, beef-on-dairy crossbreds are providing the industry with a critical supply of cattle.
February 05, 2025 10:04 AM
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Industry
California Issues New Ban on Dairy Cattle and Poultry Shows in Response to H5N1 Bird Flu
California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has issued a statewide ban on dairy cattle and poultry exhibitions to combat the spread of H5N1 Avian Influenza. The ban will remain in place until the outbreak is under control—here’s what you need to know.
January 09, 2025 10:42 AM
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