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Teamwork and cow comfort are paramount at Lucky Hill Dairy

An Alberta dairy does not take anything for granted, appreciating luck in all they do, including their breeding achievements and new barn geared towards cow comfort and longevity.

September 8, 2022

Emma Ohirko

Co-owners of Lucky Hill Dairy Ltd. Willem and Joanne van der Linde say lucky is more than just a part of the farm’s name, it is an outlook on farm life itself.

Putting the puzzle pieces together to build the best barn

July 21, 2022

Amy Throndsen

When you build a barn, it’s like you’re putting together a complex jigsaw puzzle. Since there are many pieces in the puzzle, it pays to spend time looking at the big picture to ensure you have all the pieces and they fit together the way you want.

Getting back to cow comfort basics

July 20, 2022

Anthony Loken

Cow comfort. We know how important it is to animal health and dairy profitability. After all, a comfortable cow is a productive cow.

‘You wouldn’t believe the stuff I’ve tried’: Ontario dairyman designs innovative barn after 18 years of experimentation

Dairyman and avid scientific journal reader designs and patents his own stall-free dairy barn after 18 years of trial and error in pursuit of supreme cow comfort.

July 19, 2022

Emma Ohirko

Have you ever felt like the solution to your problem would be achievable if only the right tool existed? Have you then wondered why such an obvious tool is not available?

Can you justify it? A look at managing machinery costs

June 13, 2022

John Molenhuis

Machinery is expensive. When making decisions to invest in equipment, it is important, then, to be sure it pays. Being able to cash flow a new equipment purchase is different than being able to justify a new purchase.

7 do’s and don’ts of operating farm implements on roadways

June 13, 2022

Emma Ohirko

For over 20 years, Sergeant James Hunter has familiarised himself with the risks and behaviours associated with sharing the road with and operating farm implements.

Dual ventilation: How does it work?

April 4, 2022

Rick McBay

When designing a new dairy facility, there are a multitude of ventilation options available – both natural and powered. If you are planning a building with a ceiling and attic space, you should consider a system that will provide you with the best of both worlds.

One-man show Peter Ruiter optimizes his facility for labour efficiency

March 11, 2022

Emma Ohirko

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.

How to design a freestall barn for snow loads

December 11, 2021

Auz Burger

While a blanket of snow covering the landscape may be a beautiful sight for some, it can also be a warning sign on some dairies if a building’s roof is not designed to handle heavy snowfall.

Prevent cold-weather equipment complications

November 15, 2021

Kyle Dabrowski

Dairy farming is a year-round job, and that includes those cold winter mornings. When it’s well below freezing and you have cattle to feed, you want to make sure your tractor is ready to work too.

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Teamwork and cow comfort are paramount at Lucky Hill Dairy

Putting the puzzle pieces together to build the best barn

Getting back to cow comfort basics

‘You wouldn’t believe the stuff I’ve tried’: Ontario dairyman designs innovative barn after 18 years of experimentation

Can you justify it? A look at managing machinery costs

7 do’s and don’ts of operating farm implements on roadways

Dual ventilation: How does it work?

One-man show Peter Ruiter optimizes his facility for labour efficiency

How to design a freestall barn for snow loads

Prevent cold-weather equipment complications

2024 Canadian harvest analysis highlights mycotoxin risk and strategies for proactive management

A & J Bent Farms honoured with North American milk quality award

Protecting your profits: What bulk tank milk tells us about contagious mastitis

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