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Is your I-9 paperwork in order?

Paperwork violations are the most common form of noncompliance for employers. Understanding what is necessary and having policies and procedures in place can help to ensure I-9 forms are completed correctly and on time.
July 9, 2026
Karen Lee

Immigration enforcement is on many dairy producers' minds, but the threat most likely to affect your operation isn't an ICE raid – it's a notice of inspection. With only 72 hours to produce your I-9 forms, incomplete or missing paperwork can lead to significant fines and employee terminations that disrupt your entire operation.


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Top 3 farm employee complaints in 2026

Damaged or old equipment, unsafe facilities, co-workers’ behavior, team culture and unresponsive management personnel are among the top complaints from dairy farm employees.
June 26, 2026
James Christopher Hall

Across all our farms, employees submitted thousands of comments voicing their opinions about their jobs. I've analyzed and condensed that feedback data to uncover the three most common complaints. Find out what they are.


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The overtime deduction and agriculture: Clearing up the confusion

The federal overtime deduction does not create tax savings related to agricultural overtime. Instead, it introduces additional tracking requirements to separate regular wages from overtime premiums for reporting purposes.
June 9, 2026
Brandie O’Dell

News of a new federal overtime tax deduction has created confusion across the agricultural sector. While the deduction has been promoted as a form of relief related to overtime pay, it does not provide a meaningful benefit to employers – and it does not apply to agricultural employees at all under current federal law. 


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Training your workforce: Virtual reality as an aid

Having skilled employees is paramount to farm success and animal care, but finding skilled employees can be challenging. While not a replacement for traditional training, virtual reality (VR) technology may be a useful tool for training employees.
May 20, 2026
Adrian A Barragan

We can't ignore that training dairy farm workers effectively presents dairy farms with several challenges. One promising solution may be the use of virtual reality (VR) technologies.



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5 common insurance policy gaps

Health insurance, workers compensation and other insurance options can provide an additional benefit for farm employees. As an employer, regularly check new coverage opportunities and evaluate whether coverage levels are adequate.
April 16, 2026
Jacci Wood

A robust insurance package serves a critical role for your business. Your livelihood depends on factors that happen every day on the farm that are unpredictable or outside your control, and it’s important to be protected when those things happen.


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Farm success requires developing your material and people resources

Creating a strong employee development program that encourages promoting from within can help with employee retention and job satisfaction.
February 26, 2026
Bob Milligan

Here are four ways your farm can become great at developing and promoting your people. This development is much more than sending employees to educational meetings.


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When employee performance slows down: Is it really the employee – or something else?

Different leadership styles are needed during different stages of employee development. Knowing when to give space to make decisions versus more coaching can improve this process.
February 24, 2026
Tim Schaefer

When leaders adjust how they lead – not just how much – performance almost always improves. Conversations get easier, expectations feel clearer, and employees start taking more responsibility on their own. Not because they’re being pushed harder. Because they’re being led in a way that fits where they actually are.


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The mystery of the night shift: Why protocol drift happens after dark

Creating an engaging environment, open communication and clear expectations are the foundation of creating a successful night shift in the parlor.
February 9, 2026
Shaun Hardtke

Whether it’s a five-man double-50, a small flat barn or a rotary, night shifts consistently show the highest deviation from standard operating procedures (SOPs). But the real question is, why? And more importantly, what can we do about it?



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Recruiting in 2026: Attracting and retaining talent in the milking parlor

Creating opportunities to help employees grow their skillsets and feel like they belong can improve employee retention and decrease turnover.
February 4, 2026
Brittany Chase

Labor shortages and high turnover remain among the top concerns keeping dairy owners and operators up at night. In 2026, the challenge is not only finding workers but also keeping them engaged and committed to one of the most vital roles on the farm.


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3 Open Minutes with Demetrio Bautista Ortiz

January 2, 2026
Jenn Coyne

Progressive Dairy connected with Demetrio Bautista Ortiz, a hoof care consultant with Save Cows Network, to discuss on-farm training, employee engagement and creating a support network for improved hoof health on U.S. dairy farms.


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