Articles by Emma Ohirko
Transition planning can be messy and heartbreaking. If opening up communication and forging a plan is not possible – even with the help of a third party – it may be time to move on.
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À la rencontre des meilleurs troupeaux de chacune des provinces reconnus pour leur performance et leur rentabilité
Nous avons demandé à chaque gagnant provincial des troupeaux laitiers les mieux gérés au Canada selon Lactanet sur quoi ils se concentrent et voici ce qu’ils ont répondu.
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Brophy’s Dairy Farm produces award-winning milk on Newfoundland’s northern peninsula
The dairy showcases their adaptability by confronting hurdles like a barn fire and disease outbreak, while maintaining top-quality milk production through simple protocols and local labour.
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Water buffalo herd brings dairy dreams to life at Coleman Meadows Farm
A Vancouver Island water buffalo dairy overcomes marketing challenges and advocates for Canadian agriculture through a direct-to-consumer approach, championing public awareness and support for the dairy industry.
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Diagnosing and managing a leptospirosis crisis on a 500-cow dairy
A veterinarian describes the navigation and successful treatment of a leptospirosis crisis; highlighting the challenges, diagnostic breakthrough and importance of collaboration in addressing unforeseen herd health issues.
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Herd performance and profitability recognition awarded to top provincial herds
Progressive Dairy asked each provincial herd winner in Lactanet's Best Managed Dairy Herds what they focus on, and here's what they said.
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The cost of discarded milk and how to lower it
Mastitis benefits from cost-effective treatment decisions, achievable through selective treatment, shorter antibiotic courses and other factors that minimize milk discard.
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One of these things is not like the other: One vet’s take on Salmonella Dublin
Dr. John Dick shares his experience with the rising prevalence of Salmonella Dublin; atypical symptoms make diagnosis challenging, emphasizing the need for rigorous biosecurity measures and ongoing monitoring.
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More than a buzzword: Farming for profit and sustainability
Meeting consumer demands and changing industry standards can incite concern over undue financial pressure; however, in the case of environmental initiatives, responding to these changes may result in improved dairy profitability.
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