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.

Latest Stories

Industry

A Look Inside the Late Queen Elizabeth’s Dairy Farm

Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, recently passed away at the age of 96. The late queen, who was well-known for her soft spot for animals, had a herd of 200 registered Jersey cows.

September 26, 2024 08:10 PM

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Education

Six Straw Alternatives to Get You Through a Bedding Shortage

If you are experiencing a shortage in your straw supply, here are six bedding alternatives to consider.

September 26, 2024 04:20 PM

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New $20 Million Feed Mill Expansion Unveiled in Idaho

Beef and dairy producers throughout Idaho may soon be receiving steamflaked corn and calf grains from a newly expanded feed facility in the state.

September 12, 2024 10:42 AM

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Weather

U.S. Braces for a Hotter and Drier Fall as La Niña Looms

If predictions hold true, this fall could be a hotter and drier season across much of the U.S.

September 11, 2024 03:31 PM

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Education

Beef-on-Dairy: How to Make Successful Semen Selection Strategies

With beef-on-dairy calf prices through the roof, making the right beef semen selection has the potential to push those sky-high prices even higher.

August 28, 2024 12:09 PM

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Industry

This Vermont Dairy Farmer Turned into an Epic Track Star - Now She’s Heading to the Olympics Again!

Elle Purrier St. Pierre, a Vermont dairy farmer turned track star, has booked her ticket to the summer Olympics once again.

June 26, 2024 11:34 AM

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Veterinary Education

The Five Cow Transportation Tips You Need to Know During Hot Weather

Cows still need to be handled during the hottest days of the year. Thus, taking the time to conduct a quick refresher on animal handling during hot weather is a necessary practice for you and your team.

June 17, 2024 08:00 AM

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Industry

Dangerously High Temperatures Expected to Soar Out West

Is it early June or the middle of August? Because despite what the calendar might say, Mother Nature seems to be cranking up the thermostat earlier than normal this year.

June 05, 2024 02:39 PM

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New Products

FDA Approves Elanco’s New, First-in-Class Methane-Reducing Feed Ingredient

The FDA has given its stamp of approval to Elanco’s Bovaer®, a first-in-class methane-reducing feed ingredient.

May 29, 2024 02:24 PM

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Industry

It’s Time to Think Beyond Milk: The Value of Beef-on-Dairy

With prices experiencing a downturn and input costs high producers have been quick to search out alternative revenue to help their operations turn a profit. One method has been to incorporate a beef-on-dairy program.

May 29, 2024 10:12 AM

Taylor Leach