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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
Christmas Milk and Cookies
Dairy
Santa Will Drink More than 5 Million Gallons of Milk This Christmas Eve
Whether it’s whole milk, 2%, eggnog or chocolate, Santa sure loves to drink the good stuff – real milk from real, hardworking dairy farm families!
December 23, 2025 08:00 AM
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Taylor Leach
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Dairy
First Case of Avian Flu Detected in Wisconsin Dairy Herd
Officials have confirmed the first case of highly pathogenic avian flu in a Wisconsin dairy herd.
December 14, 2025 01:39 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Taxes and Finance
Feeling the Price Pinch: Young Adults are Eating Out Less
Rising prices, stagnant wages and financial pressures are leading many young adults to cut back on eating out.
November 19, 2025 03:27 PM
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Taylor Leach
Bank Security
Taxes and Finance
How to Get a Loan Approval: A Banker’s Point of View
Strong financial organization and a solid relationship with your lender can make all the difference in getting a loan approved.
November 18, 2025 02:09 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Health
3 Big Leadership Myths You Need to Bust
Letting go of these ideas can help farm leaders adopt a more thoughtful, flexible approach that strengthens their operation and empowers their team.
August 07, 2025 12:40 PM
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Taylor Leach
Ozzy Osbourne - Shatto Milk
Dairy
From ‘Prince of Darkness’ to Farm Hand: Remembering Ozzy Osbourne’s Special Visit to Shatto Milk Company
In 2018, the late Ozzy Osbourne paid a memorable visit to Shatto Milk Company, getting a firsthand look at what dairy farm life was really like. It was a special experience that struck a chord with everyone at the dairy and remains a cherished memory they won’t soon forget.
July 24, 2025 01:41 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Weather
20 Phrases Every Farmer Actually Mutters About Rain
Obsessing over rain, or the lack of it, is a skill every farmer has mastered. Here are 20 phrases you’ve likely muttered more than once.
July 14, 2025 03:04 PM
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Taylor Leach
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AgWeb
Rural America is Facing a Mounting Labor Crisis
A shrinking labor pool is already having an impact, and ag experts say it’s only going to get tougher.
July 11, 2025 03:39 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Dairy
The Sweetest States: Where America Loves Ice Cream Most
A new ranking reveals which U.S. states have the most ice cream shops per capita, highlighting where America’s love for frozen treats runs the deepest.
July 01, 2025 02:00 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Taxes and Finance
Make the Most of Your Midyear Money Decisions
Conducting a midyear financial check-in for your operation can help you spot money hiccups early, tweak plans and stay on track for a stronger finish to the year.
July 01, 2025 09:00 AM
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Taylor Leach
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