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There has been substantial research over the last few years on pre-fresh (dry cow) diets. Controlling energy consumption through the incorporation of low-energy ingredients such as straw and poor-quality hay has been shown to improve transition cow health.
At the annual general meeting, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) delegates voted on the validation criteria for the four proAction modules that remained to be developed – animal care, traceability, biosecurity and environment.
I am sitting down to write my editorial on a busy day on our farm. Running through my head are thoughts on if the coolers have enough ice, if the plants have enough water, what time I need to start lunch preparations, and if the help and equipment will arrive soon. You see, today we will plant our tobacco crop.
Launched in 2014, the promotional campaign showcasing the 100% Canadian Milk symbol and the farmers who participate in the initiative continues to make waves in 2015.
As an outsider looking in to the many farm families I am honoured to share time with, it always saddens me to see people who cannot seem to grasp happiness beyond what they do as farmers, especially when it is time to let go of controlling the decisions and let the next generation be the key decision-maker.
It is beautiful country where Kevin and April Werkema live and work. Located north of Woodstock near Embro, Ontario, the farm is situated on top of a hill with a stunning vista just across the road as the land dips into the picturesque Braemar Valley. This farm is home to Werkholm Holsteins, a growing operation.
Fill in the blank: When making genetic selection decisions, my ultimate goal is to create a ___________ cow. If you filled in the blank with the word “profitable,” a new tool is on the way that will be of interest to you.
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