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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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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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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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Used Machinery
The 20 Embarrassing Problems that Make Your Farm Truck Unique
Old farm trucks might be rough around the edges, but their quirks, dents and stubborn reliability make them unforgettable fixtures of life on the farm.
June 17, 2025 10:00 AM
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Succession Planning
The Kids Aren’t Coming Back to the Farm – Now What?
If the next generation isn’t coming back, it’s not the end. But it is time for a new plan.
June 11, 2025 02:00 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Dairy
Trade Turbulence Could Shake Up Dairy Exports to China
Rising tariffs between the U.S. and China are putting pressure on key dairy exports like whey and lactose, sparking concern over the potential of lost sales and falling prices.
April 10, 2025 01:04 PM
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Taylor Leach
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Crop Production
Purdue’s Latest Ag Economy Barometer: Farmers Shift Focus From Interest Rates
Farmer sentiment took a hit this month, with Purdue’s latest Ag Economy Barometer showing a 12-point drop due to concerns over trade policy, tariffs and profitability.
April 02, 2025 02:02 PM
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Taylor Leach
Bird flu in cows casts shadow on state fairs
Dairy
California Issues New Ban on Dairy Cattle and Poultry Shows in Response to H5N1 Bird Flu
California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has issued a statewide ban on dairy cattle and poultry exhibitions to combat the spread of H5N1 Avian Influenza. The ban will remain in place until the outbreak is under control—here’s what you need to know.
January 09, 2025 10:46 AM
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Conservation
Practical Tips to Help Finance Regenerative Ag Projects
When Alice and Caleb Crothers returned to the farm in 2015, they faced a steep learning curve and financial pressures, ultimately pivoting to regenerative agriculture to ensure the farm’s survival for future generations.
January 08, 2025 02:28 PM
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