An increasing number of American farmers are turning away from growing organic. America’s certified organic acreage fell ...

Pigs can figure out how to open gates. Pigs have been called mud-wallowers. That’s because they have no sweat glands, and they like to wallow in mud to stay cool. Their skin is prone to sunburn, so ...

Cow manure may soon help tackle pollution, greenhouse gases, and waste management issues—all while producing a versatile, eco ...

A Westby dairy cow is hoping to become Organic Valley's Happiest Cow. Denver lives at the Leum Family Farm and is one of eight cows across the country taking part in the race.  The vote will come down ...

Hazel, a sassy Jersey cow from Stoddard, is a finalist in Organic Valley’s “Happiest Cow Contest.” Her owner, Sabrina Servais, says Hazel’s spunky personality and love for scratch brushes made ...

The New World Screwworm lays eggs in wounds or body openings of mammals, including cows, deer, birds, pets, and even humans.

The world produces billions of metric tons of animal waste. Imagine turning it into one of the world’s most used materials ...

Even though the U.S. eradicated the flesh-eating parasite the New World Screwworm six decades ago, its survival to the south ...

It is disheartening to read that the Florida Legislature has taken the time to regulate the word “milk.” If you are confused ...

A $10 billion power plant 50 miles east of Pittsburgh would transform a former coal town, but would it save the town and ...

She has a special distinction among the White House press corps. The accomplished actress has a secret passion you probably ...

CORRECTION: In a cow-calf operation, which focuses on building a breeding herd, male calves are often sold off to prevent ...