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Progressive Dairy Canada
November 1, 2023
Edition: 1123
Digital edition
Back to TopNews & business
Back to TopTaming a new economic environment
The current Canadian dairy economy faces challenges of growing imports, increasing volumes of SNF and record-high interest rates.
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How to increase dairy farm cash flow
An overview of the changes one dairy farm made in the parlor and feed center that increased labor efficiency, enhanced milk quality and increased overall profitability.
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Management
Back to TopUtilize strategic thinking to achieve better business outcomes for your farm
Strategic thinking involves determining the farm's strategic vision, prioritizing actions to achieve the desired outcome and setting aside time regularly to focus on the strategy.
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Lack of workforce development puts farms at a competitive disadvantage
Coaching and understanding employees' personal growth interests are two ways to start improving workforce development on your farm.
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How successful businesses define ownership versus management: Rights, responsibilities and benefits
How successful businesses define ownership versus management: Rights, responsibilities and benefits
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Tools and processes for discovering your farm’s financial story
Consistent farm records, financial ratios, farm trend analysis and peer comparison are some of the tools that can help producers evaluate their financial situation.
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Prioritize safety when using pressure washers
High pressure can cause serious injuries. Before using a pressure washer, wear protective gear, follow guidelines and inspect equipment.
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Topic articles
Back to TopReduce emissions, odor by working with the manure microbiome
Addressing greenhouse gas emissions and odor is top-of-mind in manure management plans. Take into account the role of microbes when developing a plan fit for your farm.
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Understanding the environmental impact of sand removal for dairy digesters
While sand is an essential bedding material for many farmers, its use presents operational challenges for dairy digesters. Advancements in digester technology have led to new solutions for sand removal and improved efficiency.
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Increase early lactation milk production with short-day lighting during the dry period
Utilizing short-day lighting in barns housing dry cows for the entire 60-day dry period may positively impact milk production during the upcoming lactation.
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Become a better cow manager with milking robots
Robots help you become a better herd manager. Be effective with your time and the robot’s time to achieve consistent cow performance.
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Integrating automated milking systems and grazing
Implementation of milking robots, especially when combined with an automated sort gate, allows grazing herds to capitalize on benefits that include individualized milking and efficient herd and grazing management.
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Solving challenges with parlor data
From tracking milk production and cow health indicators to insights into milking routines, know what you want to accomplish with this information.
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Does your reproductive plan match your reality?
Plans and protocols can put you on the right track to reproductive success, but checking on performance indicators can boost productivity.
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Looking to the horizon: Breeding for fourth-, fifth- and sixth-lactation cows
Thinking ahead is crucial to developing a long-lasting herd. Consider the future when making breeding decisions today.
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How your cow’s health is influenced by its gut
The importance of maintaining gut health during the transition period utilizing nutritional strategies to maintain intestinal integrity during the time around calving.
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The salmonella triangle
Preventing feed and water contamination, managing stressors, and supporting gut health are essential for controlling and preventing clinical salmonellosis in dairy cows.
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Paratuberculosis: Time to get after it
A costly disease to the Canadian dairy industry can be controlled through diligent testing and management.
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Mycoplasma bovis: Answers to common questions and tips for treating it
Mycoplasma bovis can be a highly detrimental disease affecting a large number of calves, especially when commingled. Treating calves with chlorine dioxide can be highly effective.
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The short-term and long-term cost of scours
Scours treatments alone can cost a dairy $8-$27 per sick calf, not including long-term consequences, which can run farms significantly more. This makes it essential to minimize scours prevalence on-farm.
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The first 60 days sets the course for later lactation
Calfhood BRD makes heifers more likely to leave the herd prior to first calving, and those that stay produce 267 pounds less milk in their first lactation. Cleanliness, nutrition, vaccinations and colostrum are all key to preventing this disease.
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Investing in a contemporary calf barn positions Hammond family for future herd success
Proper ventilation was a key factor in the decision to build a new calf-raising facility.
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Departments
Back to TopPrecision technology finally shines its light on hay and forage production
Innovation in precision ag will not be determined by acreage or output because technology is much more sophisticated today, and our mutually ambitious future outlook will not allow it.
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Why power of attorney is important
For older farmers, a power of attorney can provide financial protection and peace of mind as they age.
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