My farm is a small beef and dairy cow operation. My herd consists of registered Milking Shorthorns, Angus, and Herefords. I currently lease cows to local 4-H participants who work with those...
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Farmers as Environmental Stewards in New York
Across New York State, farmers play an important role not only in producing nutritious food, but also in caring for the land, water, and wildlife that surround their farms. Many farms are...
March on the Move: A Look Back at March Mobile Dairy Experience Stops
March was a milestone month for the Mobile Dairy Experience (MDE), as the tour officially launched for 2026 and traveled across New York State to connect with diverse audiences—from policymakers and...
Spring Is Coming: Preparing Animals for NY Seasonal Transitions
As winter loosens its grip across New York State, livestock and poultry producers are already preparing for the transition into spring. March is a pivotal month on the farm — longer days and milder...
Early-Life Calf Care: Building the Foundation for Lifelong Health
The first days and weeks of a calf’s life play a critical role in shaping its long-term health, productivity, and well-being. Thoughtful early-life care is not just about getting calves through...
Year of the Woman Farmer – Liz Goblet-Schubert
Women farmers are shaping the future of agriculture every day—planting, harvesting, innovating, and leading with resilience and care. As the United Nations celebrates the International Year of the...
What Do Cows Eat? The Science Behind a Dairy Cow’s Diet
Good nutrition is the foundation of both milk quality and animal health. On New York dairy farms, feeding cows isn’t guesswork — it’s a precise blend of biology, data, and daily management. Every...
How NY Animal Agriculture Supports Local Economies
Animal agriculture is more than a way of life in New York — it is a foundational economic engine that sustains rural communities, bolsters local businesses, and contributes significantly to the...
From Farm to Fridge: How Milk Gets to New York Families
Most People Don’t See the Journey Milk is one of the freshest, most trusted foods in New York homes — yet few people know the impressive journey it takes from local farms to their refrigerators....
NYAAC Marks 11 Years of UdderMiracle Success!
For more than a decade, the New York Animal Agriculture Coalition (NYAAC) has welcomed uddermiracles into the world during the New York State Fair. Thank you for joining us in person and from afar....
