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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.

Latest Stories
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Beef Production
What Antibiotics Will No Longer be Available OTC?
On June 11, 2023, the following antibiotics will no longer be available for purchase over-the-counter.
March 02, 2023 01:10 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Beef Production
Here’s Why Cows Produce Less Colostrum During the Fall and Winter
Have you ever noticed that cows who calve during the fall and winter months tend to produce less colostrum than their herd mates who calved during the spring and summer? Here’s why.
January 04, 2023 03:15 PM
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Taylor Leach
Drugs
Beef Production
Over-the-Counter Antibiotics Are Going Away: 5 Tips to Prepare Your Ranch
On June 11, 2023, over-the-counter antibiotics will no longer be available through traditional retail channels. Instead, these antibiotics will now require a prescription from a licensed veterinarian.
October 28, 2022 03:14 PM
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Taylor Leach
If you find yourself favoring some employees more than others, maybe it’s time for a more open-minded approach in order to grow as your farm’s leader.
Education
Don’t Play Favorites with Your Farm Employees
Here are five bad habits to break to be a better farm leader.
September 21, 2022 07:54 PM
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Taylor Leach
Stress on the Farm
Education
7 Tips to Help Reduce Stress During a Busy Season
With busy season ramping up for farmers across the country, now’s a good time to revisit some strategies to help manage stress as your workload picks up.
September 06, 2022 04:36 PM
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Taylor Leach
Sun
Education
6 Tips to Keep Farm Employees Safe When Temps Rise
These scorching summer temps are not only taking a toll on crops and livestock, but farm employees as well.
July 21, 2022 07:54 AM
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Cow Appreciation Day
Industry
Today is No ‘Udder” Day – It’s Cow Appreciation Day!
While both beef and dairy farmers appreciate their animals each and every day, the second Tuesday in July serves as a day of national recognition.
July 14, 2022 03:42 PM
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Taylor Leach
Many tax return due dates are automatically extended when a disaster occurs. Last week's tornados in Arkansas is one example.
Weather
Is ‘Tornado Alley’ Expanding East?
Science suggests “Tornado Alley” may be expanding
March 24, 2022 03:44 PM
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Taylor Leach
Oatly
Industry
Oatly Ads Banned in UK for ‘Misleading’ Environmental Claims
The popular plant-based beverage, Oatly, has recently been told to not repeat some of its ‘misleading’ advertisements in the United Kingdom.
January 28, 2022 03:21 PM
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Taylor Leach
Business Plan
Education
Prep Your Farm Business for the Year’s End
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season hastily approaching, now is the time to look over business details to help make your transition into the new year much smoother.
November 10, 2021 09:34 AM
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