Each year on April 22, Earth Day reminds us of the importance of protecting our natural resources for future generations. For New York’s dairy farmers, that commitment isn’t limited to one...
My husband Dan and I both grew up on crop farms in Livingston County. Together we now own and operate Triple H Farms and River Ridge Farms in...
The 2025 Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the New York State Fair was one for the books. For 13 days, tens of thousands of fairgoers walked through the tent, while tens of thousands more tuned in online...
Critics often spotlight animal agriculture while underestimating emissions from fossil fuels, transportation, and deforestation. Globally, livestock farming accounts for approximately 14.5% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). However, in the United States, agriculture contributes only about 10-12% of total emissions, with animal agriculture accounting for just 4% (EPA) and dairy contributing just 2% of total emissions.
As we wrap up another harvest season in New York, it’s important to reflect on the sustainable practices farmers use throughout the year to keep their farms productive while protecting the...
Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) is an aptly named program and an even more suitable acronym! FARM has been responding to the needs of our dairy industry for over a decade now by...
As May unfolds and the warmer weather appears, so does the celebration of National Beef Month, a time to honor the hard work and dedication of the beef producers, butchers, and retailers who...
In the lush landscapes of New York, farmers in the animal agriculture industry are not just tending to their livestock; they are stewards of the land, architects of sustainability, and pioneers of...
Agriculture is a business heavily influenced by uncontrollable factors, with weather being a prime example. Picture yourself as a business owner, where the success of your operation is determined by...
New York’s dairy industry has strong roots in Metro NY and across upstate. Not just in the fields where farmers grow corn, soybeans, and plant cover crops to protect our lakes and rivers.Milk...
