Modern communication systems allow dairy farmers to more efficiently monitor the health, milk yield, movement and other metrics of both herds and individual cows by cell phone, says Doug Reinemann

A CALS partner program trains aspiring—and much-needed—farmers

Twenty years of reaching into rumens pays off

Dairy knowledge, from Marshfield to India

James Downey

In honor of CALS’ 125th anniversary, a look at how alumni and friends help keep the college strong

The pie’s ever-growing popularity has made mozzarella the big cheese in Wisconsin. CALS researchers are helping state cheesemakers feed and grow that demand by developing new varieties for specialized and international markets.

Reaching in for the first time: Students at a Chicago high school got a whole new perspective on cows.

AMY STANTON joined CALS and UW-Extension in 2012 as a dairy science professor with particular expertise in animal well-being. Prior to joining CALS she was […]

“They called my cow’s name and the place lit up,” says dairy science major Jordan Ebert. “It was an adrenaline rush—the coolest experience I have […]

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the Wisconsin Agricultural and Life Sciences Alumni Association (WALSAA) is honoring individuals who have made a difference not only […]

A dozen years of cattle judging have taught Laura Elliott a lot. “You get to see all of your work and determination pay off when […]