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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Pizza With 1,001 Varieties of Cheese Breaks World Record

While most cheese pizzas are topped with 2-3 different kinds of cheese, sports 1,001 different varieties - breaking the previous world record.

January 02, 2024 10:47 AM

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Industry

9 Spooktacular Dairy Treats to Hand Out this Halloween

While candy is always a go-to option, why not get creative and hand out some delicious dairy-themed goodies this Halloween instead?

October 31, 2023 09:13 AM

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Education

The 7 Repro Sins You Can’t Afford to Make

These commonly overlooked issues are holding your herd back.

September 22, 2023 09:08 AM

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Education

Paired Housing for Calves Pros and Cons

Housing calves with at least one companion can improve animal welfare, calf growth, and consumer perception. There are several options to consider.

August 31, 2023 07:43 AM

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When a cow freshens during the fall or winter, she tends to produce less colostrum than her herd mates who calved in spring and summer. It's no coincidence. Now research is shedding some "light" on the situation.

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Seasonal Depression In Colostrum Yield

When a cow freshens during the fall or winter, she tends to produce less colostrum than her herd mates who calved in spring and summer. It’s no coincidence. Now research is shedding some “light” on the situation.

August 19, 2023 06:26 AM

Taylor Leach

Industry

Select Sires Announces Merger, Four Cooperatives Will Now Become One

Recently, the board of directors from Select Sires four individual cooperatives voted unanimously to merge together as one full-service A.I. cooperative.

August 07, 2023 09:06 AM

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Education

Milk Protein Infused Bandages Shown to Improve Wound Healing

We all know real dairy plays a significant role in a healthy lifestyle. But a new study has found that the power of milk can also speed up wound healing.

August 02, 2023 08:48 AM

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Education

5 Ways to Help Minimize Feed Refusals

With no end to the higher feed cost trend in sight, farmers are looking at ways to get the most out of their rations while minimizing wasted feed.

July 29, 2023 02:28 PM

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Industry

What’s Your State’s Favorite Ice Cream Flavor?

Can you guess your state’s top five favorite ice cream flavors?

July 13, 2023 09:50 AM

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Industry

World’s Largest Dairy Processor, Lactalis, Plans Expansion in Chicago

France’s Groups Lactalis, the world’s largest dairy maker, is expanding in Chicago after a previous $3.2 billion deal made in 2020 with Kraft Heinz Co.

June 28, 2023 02:21 PM

Taylor Leach