“Don’t think that we can educate our way out of consumers not knowing how we care for our cows – we can’t just say, 'Trust us.'”—Dr. Kelly Barratt

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.

Proper ration management and better cow comfort lead to less stress, which means fewer incidents and less immune system triggers.

Dr. Temple Grandin, professor of animal science at Colorado State University, has garnered worldwide attention for her work in autism and animal behaviour. Grandin promotes better livestock handling and care, developing practical solutions to improve the welfare of livestock on farms and in processing facilities.