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Listowel, Ontario veterinarian Dr. Kelly Barratt was the 2021 recipient of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners’ (AABP) award for Bovine Practitioner of the Year.
On a September afternoon in 2017, Peter Ruiter’s lunch break was interrupted by a neighbour who brought news no farm ever wants to hear: His barn had caught fire and his cows were in trouble.
The consequences of feed sorting on cow health and production have been well documented within the industry. Cows often sort in favour of smaller grain components, as these are typically the most palatable, and sort against the longer, bulkier forage components.
The world has thrown a lot at everyone over the last two years. From jaw-dropping weather systems to record-setting commodity prices, the economic strain has been felt throughout the entire supply chain as tighter margins have become the norm.
On Feb. 22, using Herd Management Score (HMS), Lactanet named the top 25 dairy herds in Canada. To gain an understanding of the financial and herd performance metrics of choice at some of the country’s top-performing dairies, Progressive Dairy contacted the top 10 farms named on the list and asked them to share the business performance measures they regularly monitor.
As global leaders in sustainable farming, Canadian dairy farmers are naturally committed to protecting, preserving and improving their land over time, and many farmers are readily implementing strategies that promote biodiversity, reduce waste and conserve wetlands.
Winter is a popular time to perform maintenance on farm equipment so you are ready to roll once the spring weather arrives. Maintenance work on equipment can come with some serious risks.
The discussion around increasing productive lifespan is not new. With tight margins, very high feed costs and a limited increase in milk prices, it is essential to fine-tune every aspect of your dairy operation to make sure your farm is profitable and sustainable.
Vancouver Island’s Comox Valley is not known to be a major dairy hub, but those familiar with the area will know it is full of small-town charm, artisan goods and businesses catering to the tourists who flock year-round to experience the laid-back lifestyle and bounty of recreational pursuits the region offers.
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