All posts tagged "cows"
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June 5, 2019
4 Dairy Questions Answered, From Antibiotics to Cow Tipping
Dairy farmer Linda Drendel answers questions from Chicago-area moms about antibiotics and hormones in milk and how she...
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April 20, 2019
Marcoot Jersey Creamery Milks a Legacy
Seventh generation gives new life to Greenville family dairy farm.
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August 15, 2018
“Cows I Have Known” Book
Enter throughout October for your chance to win an autographed copy of "Cows I Have Known" by William...
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June 3, 2014
Blosom the Cow Sets the World Record
Blossom the cow was recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's tallest cow.
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February 8, 2013
Western Illinois Farmer Creates ‘Maternity Ward’ for Cows
Kane Custom Calving in Western Illinois allows 350 to 550 cows to give birth on his farm each...
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February 8, 2013
Farm Facts About Calves
Learn baby calf facts, including how much they weigh at birth and how many are born in Illinois...
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October 20, 2011
Sledders, Cattle Gather Where the Illinois Prairie Slopes
Illinois’ biggest hills are often in cattle pastures, designated for grazing livestock - and they're great for sledding.
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May 13, 2011
Udder Delight: Robots Rejuvenate Dairy Farm’s Milking Process
At one Southern Illinois dairy farm, cows are milked at their leisure, instead of the typical twice-a-day schedule.
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April 4, 2011
Dairy Farm Fun Facts
Did you know? A cow is more valuable for its milk, cheese, butter and yogurt than for its...