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Be proactive to maximize animal comfort

Be prepared with new or remodel barn ideas when the new Code of Practice is released in 2023.
February 2, 2023
Amelie Mainville

The draft of the Code of Practice contains new ideas for cow comfort and sustainability for the future of dairy in Canada. Be prepared as you think about remodels and new barn builds.


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Novel approach for treating uterine infections and promoting uterine health in dairy cows

Research has found using a probiotic to treat metritis and endometritis can affect reproductive health.
November 3, 2022
Augusto M. L. Madureira and Tracy A. Burnett

Postpartum uterine disease presents a major economic challenge to the commercial dairy industry. Metritis and endometritis are more prevalent in dairy cattle than other domestic species and are often associated with compromised welfare, reduced fertility and milk production losses.


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Tested and true: Five strategies that improved herd performance in 2022

October 27, 2022
Amelie Mainville

Five dairy farms across Ontario decided to try something new in 2022 and came out the other side with new strategies for success on their dairies. From new feed mills to new reproductive strategies, each new practice held the key to more milk production.


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Small investments now can add up to big results in cow comfort

Fans, waterers, gates, stall dividers and lying space are some of the items that should be considered for winter maintenance.
October 4, 2022
Amy Throndsen

Fall is here, the holiday season is rapidly approaching, temperatures are dropping, and school activities are already in full swing. In this busy season, you’re likely not looking for another thing to add to your to-do list.


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Microbiome 101: More than just the rumen

A healthy reproductive microbiome in the vaginal tract is key to leading transition cows to fewer health challenges, enabling faster rebreeding and improved performance.
September 27, 2022
Edward Robb

A healthy reproductive microbiome in the vaginal tract is key to leading transition cows to fewer health challenges, enabling faster rebreeding and improved performance.


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Do not tolerate lame cows on the dairy

Lameness can be a key indicator of animal welfare on farms, and processors are paying attention. Producers are encouraged to work with their on-farm team to create a sustainable hoof health plan.
September 12, 2022
Jenn Coyne

At any given time, 25% of dairy cows in the U.S. are lame, and more than that experience lameness at some point throughout their lactation, according to Dr. Jennifer Walker, DVM.



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5 things to know about the prevention and economics of ketosis

August 30, 2022
Jerome Carrier

Ketosis, also called hyperketonemia, is a disease defined by elevated levels of ketone bodies in circulation, or high ketones, for short.


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Leading the Way: 3 girls, 2 paths, 1 goal

August 30, 2022
Katie Coyne

Emma Finch is a 21-year-old student at the University of Guelph studying crop and animal sciences. She, like many Ontario youth, is an accomplished showperson.


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Leaky gut: A journey through causes and consequences to mitigation

June 30, 2022
Emma Ohirko
The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is a tube that runs from the mouth to the anus, fulfilling its vital role as a barrier to protect the rest of the body from things like parasites, toxins, acids and antigens that may otherwise cause damage outside of the GI tract.
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Foot health

Cover the bases on foot health

May 13, 2022
Maxime Tarte
Our cows have so many demands on them: Put clean milk in the tank, breed back, efficiently utilize feed and more. However, each of these demands are contingent upon the cow’s mobility.
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