In New York and dairy regions with similar climates, interest in dairy farms producing a proportion of their own grains has varied over time but has always been present.

Alfalfa is an important crop for many dairy producers in the Northeastern United States. When managed properly, alfalfa can bring in large quantities of high-quality and high-protein home-grown forage without the need for extra nitrogen fertilizer.

Have you ever wondered if more fertilizer could have given you higher corn yields? Most dairy farmers would reply with a solid yes, as it is a given that corn needs nitrogen (N) to grow and yield can vary quite a bit from field to field and year to year.

Optimizing nitrogen (N) management in corn silage production can help improve dairy farm profitability while reducing its environmental footprint.

Nitrous oxide (N₂O) is an important greenhouse gas (GHG) but it often takes a backseat in discussions about GHG emissions.

Sound land application of livestock manure can reduce or replace fertilizer needs, given that manure contains all 17 essential nutrients for crop growth, and increase soil health over time. Healthier soils are more resilient to extreme weather events, thereby increasing overall farm resilience.

It is well-established that the dairy sector provides essential livelihoods and vital nutrition to billions of people, and that the dairy sector is dedicated to addressing sustainability challenges.