Nothing quite like breaking something and knowing it ought to be replaced, but it’s almost dark. A new part would probably have to be ordered in. The closest hope for a new part is two hours away. Plus, it’s Saturday evening.

Monthly U.S. milk production was lower than the year earlier in December 2023, extending the decline to six consecutive months.

The reality is, today’s decisions not only affect us in the here and now, but they can have lasting effects that show up decades from now. As we go through our day to day, what are steps we can take now to build a legacy?

The preliminary estimate of overall November U.S. milk production compared to a year earlier was down by 104 million pounds (0.6%).

Ten states including California, New Mexico, Texas, Idaho and Colorado reduced milk production by a combined 224 million pounds.

In 2020, Belgian Kurt Van de Wouwer put his racing pigeon, New Kim, up for auction for the equivalent of $225. The Van de Wouwers had been breeding and racing pigeons for many years and New Kim, a 2-year-old female, had won numerous competitions.