American Ag Today

House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (R-Pa.) speaks with us from World Dairy Expo about where the farm bill stands after the October 1 deadline, and why he expects it to reach the president's desk by year's end. He also covers what dairy farmers told him at a roundtable, including high diesel costs and labor shortages. In this interview he explains how his Securing Agricultural Workforce Act would open H-2A eligibility to year-round dairy and livestock jobs.

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In order for your dairy cow to be at top performance time must be spent looking at her feet. Lee Ericson with Zinpro shares his thoughts on hoof health and how it can give you a glimpse into the cows longevity in your dairy operation.

Have you ever considered the role chromium can play in dairy nutrition? Dr. Daryl Kleinschmidt with Zinpro explains the broader role chromium can have as a valuable nutrition tool for dairy producers.

The use of on farm data can help to track mastitis issues and find trends with the herd. We hear from Jen Roberts with Boehringer Ingelheim

As the cooler weather sets in so does the chance for cold stress risks for calves. Peggy Thompson is with Boehringer Ingelheim talking on ways to combat BRD.

The family behind Oakfield Corners Dairy in Oakfield, New York, has been recognized for generations of commitment to dairy farming and excellence in milk production.

Jonathan and Alicia Lamb, Matthew and Kendra Lamb, and Jim Veazey and Janette Veazey-Post were named the 2026 Dairy Producers of the Year by World Dairy Expo. The family was honored during the 2026 World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin.

Jonathan Lamb represents the 12th generation of his family to farm, carrying forward a legacy that has evolved significantly over the decades.

The operation traces its growth from just 65 cows in 1965 to a multi-state dairy enterprise that now encompasses approximately 10,000 head of cattle and 15,000 acres across New York and Ohio.

That growth has been accompanied by a continued focus on the details of dairy production and a commitment to producing high-quality milk.

Oakfield Corners Dairy is recognized for its detail-driven approach to managing the dairy and its cattle.

The operation averages more than 110 pounds of energy-corrected milk per cow, reflecting a strong focus on herd health, nutrition, management and efficiency.

Milk quality has also been a consistent priority. The farm has earned 18 consecutive years of milk quality awards, demonstrating a long-term commitment to producing high-quality milk.

The Dairy Producers of the Year award recognizes more than the size of the Oakfield Corners operation. It highlights the people and family commitment behind its success.

From its beginnings with 65 cows to today's multi-state operation, the Lamb and Veazey families have continued to build on their agricultural heritage while adapting to the changing dairy industry.

The 2026 World Dairy Expo recognition celebrates that combination of family, tradition, attention to detail and a commitment to excellence that has helped Oakfield Corners Dairy become a standout dairy operation.

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World Dairy Expo is known for cattle, competition, education and the latest in dairy technology. Now, the world of dairy showmanship is also making its way to the big screen.

Cows Come Home: A Competition Like No Other is a feel-good family feature film centered around dairy showmanship, 4-H and a woman finding her way back into the show ring after experiencing heartbreak.

The film is set for a nationwide release in the United States and Canada on October 6 through Amazon.

Filmmakers Katie Uhlmann and Lindsay Middleton say the project grew out of their shared love of agriculture, animals and small-town communities.

Middleton grew up participating in 4-H dairy, while both women grew up in small towns. Those experiences became an important part of the film's foundation.

For Middleton, 4-H provided much more than an opportunity to show livestock. It taught lessons that stayed with her well beyond the show ring.

“Learn to do by doing” was a motto the women carried with them throughout the filmmaking process.

That philosophy also helped shape the way they approached agriculture in the movie.

Uhlmann and Middleton felt the dairy and farming communities have often been underrepresented—or inaccurately represented—in entertainment media. They wanted to create something that reflected the people they knew growing up.

From their website: KIRISU DAIRY FARM.300ha of pure farmland. located in the sprawling hills of Phnom Tamao, Takeo province. Every square centimeter of our farm has been designed from the ground up to produce only the very best dairy products that are at par with the best in the world but are proudly made fresh here in Cambodia.We believe that every Cambodian deserves to taste world-class dairy products that are proudly Cambodian-made.