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Six-generation dairy farm installs robotic milking equipment

Farm owner sees move to robotic milkers as a way to move his operation into the future.

Why humans struggled to make 'f' and 'v' sounds until farming came along

Love to drop F-bombs? Thank the shift to agriculture.

Apparently You Shouldn't Be Thawing Your Frozen Steaks Before Cooking

Do not just read that headline and run into the kitchen. We don't want you starting a grease fire.

What Happens In A Cattle Feedlot

So what really takes place at a cattle feedlot? Many folks refer to these places of business as factory farms. … More

Farm Loans 101

“Let us not forget that the cultivation of the earth is the most important labor of man. When tillage begins, other arts will follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of civilization” (Daniel Webster). We love our farmers and believe they are the backbone of this nation. If you are new to farming or if it has been in your family for years, it’s important that you know about farm loans. Here are the basics you should be familiar withFSAWhen talking…

Hacking the farm: How farmers use 'digital agriculture' to grow more crops

Climate Corporation aims to take the guesswork out of farming. The company offers a slate of "digital agriculture" tools that provide a real-time look at what's happening on the farm.

How to Teach Your Cows a New Trick: Weeding

Turns out, you can condition helping grazing behavior into your herd.

Oh the places you'll go...for ranch dressing!

Never underestimate one woman's drive to get ranch dressing! She'll never cut threw a political gathering to get that condiment! One Iowa woman did just that when she cut behind Kirsten Gillibrand speaking at a restaurant to seek out that ranch! Watch the moment here! It was great.

Everything You Need To Know About Ranch Homes

When you hear the word "Ranch" it's common to think of a salad dressing or a farm full of roaming cows and cowboys. However even though we're discussing the ranch house style, all three evoke feelings of home and familiarity. Many people grew up in a ranch home and the thought brings warm memories about a childhood

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Ranch Dressing

Questions to Ask Before Booking a Dude Ranch Vacation

Top questions to consider when booking a dude ranch vacation from Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch in New Mexico.

Top 3 Things to Look for in a Gentleman’s Ranch

Learn about what a Gentleman's Ranch or Lifestyle Ranch is, and find out the top 3 things to look for in a Gentelman's Ranch.

Outfit a Ranch Remodel in Updated Style, Top to Bottom

Get ideas for lighting, tiles, accessories, window coverings and so much more, to make your ranch renovation easier

15 items that only ranch dressing addicts will appreciate

Ranch dressing is magical.I don't know what it is about it, but it can make already-perfect foods taste better. Pizza? Dip it in some ranch sauce and all your problems immediately go away. Grilled cheese? It's even more comforting with some ranch thrown in.But if putting ranch on basically every foo...

Skinwalker Ranch: What is the secret?

Skinwalker Ranch, also known as Sherman Ranch, is a property located on approximately 512 acres southeast of Ballard, Utah, that is reputed to be the [...]

Next Level Basic Is a Spoonful of Ranch

The book by Vanderpump Rules star Stassi Schroeder is more than you might expect.

How to Give Your New Home a Ranch-Style Vibe

If your style is simple, straightforward, and informal, you are a great fit for a ranch-style home. Here’s some advice for bringing this style into your new home.