https://www.agproud.com/rss en-us pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This column brings you information regarding some of the research being done around the world and published in the Journal of Dairy Science. It discusses dairy producers' perception of barriers surrounding educational programs and how using time-temperature recorder data on dairy farms can identify short-term factors that increase free fatty acids in the bulk tank. This column brings you information regarding some of the research being done around the world and published in the Journal of Dairy Science. It discusses dairy producers' perception of barriers surrounding educational programs and how using time-temperature recorder data on dairy farms can identify short-term factors that increase free fatty acids in the bulk tank.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/63094 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/63094-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-educational-programs-and-increased-free-fatty-acids-in-bulk-tank pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com Researchers assessed the effects of municipal tap water compared with purified water on calf performance and health. Researchers assessed the effects of municipal tap water compared with purified water on calf performance and health.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62806 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62806-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-effect-of-water-quality-on-calf-health-and-new-insights-on-fatty-acids rachel.gervais@fsaa.ulaval.ca In a circular economy context, identifying ways to valorize permeate on-farm could represent an interesting opportunity to increase milk production sustainability. But under what conditions is this practice advantageous? And what impact is this likely to have on animal productivity, and on milk composition and its suitability for processing? In a circular economy context, identifying ways to valorize permeate on-farm could represent an interesting opportunity to increase milk production sustainability. But under what conditions is this practice advantageous? And what impact is this likely to have on animal productivity, and on milk composition and its suitability for processing?

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62592 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62592-research-review-why-not-use-lactose-surplus-from-dairy-processors-to-feed-cows pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This column brings you information regarding some of the research being done around the world and published in the Journal of Dairy Science. It discusses how lung ultrasonography is improving our understanding and management of respiratory disease in young calves, and the effect of voluntary waiting period length on milk yield, fertility and culling in high-yielding, second-parity cows. This column brings you information regarding some of the research being done around the world and published in the Journal of Dairy Science. It discusses how lung ultrasonography is improving our understanding and management of respiratory disease in young calves, and the effect of voluntary waiting period length on milk yield, fertility and culling in high-yielding, second-parity cows.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62545 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62545-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-lung-ultrasonography-in-dairy-calves-and-effect-of-vwp-length-on-second-parity-cows Earlier this fall, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC), in collaboration with Lactanet and provincial partners, formally launched the new Canadian Dairy Hub website, now available online. Earlier this fall, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC), in collaboration with Lactanet and provincial partners, formally launched the new Canadian Dairy Hub website, now available online.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62329 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62329-research-review-the-canadian-dairy-hub-website-bridges-the-gap-between-research-and-practical-application 62329-research-review.jpg pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article, written by researchers from the University of Wisconsin, explores various applications of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in dairy farming, including the use of computer vision systems (CVS) for animal identification, body condition score (BCS) and body shape analysis, and potential uses of large language models (LLM) in the dairy industry. This article, written by researchers from the University of Wisconsin, explores various applications of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in dairy farming, including the use of computer vision systems (CVS) for animal identification, body condition score (BCS) and body shape analysis, and potential uses of large language models (LLM) in the dairy industry. 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62251 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62251-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-using-artificial-intelligence-and-long-term-effects-of-group-housing In dairy production and processing, the various surfaces in contact with milk are also conducive to the development of biofilms. Once established, these biofilms can become attractive habitats for undesirable bacteria or moulds, thus affecting the quality and safety of milk. In dairy production and processing, the various surfaces in contact with milk are also conducive to the development of biofilms. Once established, these biofilms can become attractive habitats for undesirable bacteria or moulds, thus affecting the quality and safety of milk.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61908 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61908-research-review-biofilms-in-dairy-processing-a-persistence-from-the-farm-to-the-factory pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article from researchers from the University of Guelph and Prince Edward Island describes a study which objectives were to understand awareness, perceptions and barriers to implementation of established best management practices (BMPs) for early detection and treatment of lameness of participant dairy farms. This article from researchers from the University of Guelph and Prince Edward Island describes a study which objectives were to understand awareness, perceptions and barriers to implementation of established best management practices (BMPs) for early detection and treatment of lameness of participant dairy farms.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61937 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61937-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-producer-awareness-of-lameness-and-underlying-factors-of-immune-dysfunction Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) is proud to announce the launch of the new DFC Student Program, a dedicated initiative for students and postdoctoral researchers involved in DFC-funded research projects. Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) is proud to announce the launch of the new DFC Student Program, a dedicated initiative for students and postdoctoral researchers involved in DFC-funded research projects.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61700 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61700-research-review-new-dfc-student-program-bridging-dairy-research-and-practice-to-empower-future-experts pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com A look at two published studies in the Journal of Dairy Science that explore employee onboarding and the perceived risk of Salmonella Dublin on Canadian dairy farms. A look at two published studies in the Journal of Dairy Science that explore employee onboarding and the perceived risk of Salmonella Dublin on Canadian dairy farms.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61619 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61619-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-onboarding-dairy-farm-employees-and-control-of-salmonella-dublin Over the past few months, we’ve shared insights from this program on topics such as locomotion, nutrition and social housing for calves. One key topic remains: pain mitigation. Over the past few months, we’ve shared insights from this program on topics such as locomotion, nutrition and social housing for calves. One key topic remains: pain mitigation.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61361 Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61361-research-review-bringing-science-to-the-barn-new-fact-sheets-help-dairy-farmers-apply-the-latest-research-on-calf-and-cow-care 61361-research-review-1.jpg pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article, from researchers from the University of Montreal and Lactanet, aimed at quantifying the impact and disability weight (DW) of frequent diseases or syndromes of preweaning dairy calves using the perceptions of producers and veterinarians. This article, from researchers from the University of Montreal and Lactanet, aimed at quantifying the impact and disability weight (DW) of frequent diseases or syndromes of preweaning dairy calves using the perceptions of producers and veterinarians.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61335 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61335-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-impacts-on-productivity-calf-disability-weights-body-condition-score Every year Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) invests in scientific research to advance the future of the dairy industry. In 2024, DFC invested $2 million in human nutrition and health, as well as dairy production research, along with an additional $7 million leveraged through grant opportunities and partnerships. Every year Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) invests in scientific research to advance the future of the dairy industry. In 2024, DFC invested $2 million in human nutrition and health, as well as dairy production research, along with an additional $7 million leveraged through grant opportunities and partnerships.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61105 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61105-research-review-dfcs-2024-research-highlights-report-puts-the-spotlight-on-human-nutrition-and-health-research pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article, from researchers from Michigan University and DeLaval, aimed to assess the impact of a training session on dairy farmworkers’ understanding of the milking routine, behavioural changes during milking and subsequent effects on milk quality and udder health. This article, from researchers from Michigan University and DeLaval, aimed to assess the impact of a training session on dairy farmworkers’ understanding of the milking routine, behavioural changes during milking and subsequent effects on milk quality and udder health.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60999 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60999-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-impact-of-training-on-milk-quality-and-udder-cleft-dermatitis Type 2 diabetes affects 11% of Canadian adults – roughly 3 million people – and costs nearly $20 billion annually. As a significant public health concern, the disease is influenced by genetics and lifestyle, with diet being one of the most modifiable factors in reducing diabetes risk. Type 2 diabetes affects 11% of Canadian adults – roughly 3 million people – and costs nearly $20 billion annually. As a significant public health concern, the disease is influenced by genetics and lifestyle, with diet being one of the most modifiable factors in reducing diabetes risk.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60703 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60703-research-review-mounting-evidence-for-dairys-role-in-preventing-type-2-diabetes pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article from researchers from the University of Guelph is a literature review discussing insights and knowledge gaps linking health disorders with different processes related to reproductive function. This article from researchers from the University of Guelph is a literature review discussing insights and knowledge gaps linking health disorders with different processes related to reproductive function.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60662 Fri, 27 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60662-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-fresh-cow-health-impact-on-reproductive-function-and-teat-sealant-excretion-postpartum News_press_-_Getty.jpeg Newspapers being printed in printing press. Research on dairy cattle welfare has increasingly focused on two critical areas: locomotion and housing. Drs. Dan Weary and Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk have been investigating these issues. In a recent episode of the DFC’s research podcast series, they discussed the challenges of lameness detection, prevention and control and the importance of outdoor access for improving animal welfare. Research on dairy cattle welfare has increasingly focused on two critical areas: locomotion and housing. Drs. Dan Weary and Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk have been investigating these issues. In a recent episode of the DFC’s research podcast series, they discussed the challenges of lameness detection, prevention and control and the importance of outdoor access for improving animal welfare.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60497 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60497-research-review-advancements-in-dairy-cattle-welfare-locomotion-and-housing pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article from researchers from Ohio State University describes an experiment conducted to identify the factors that cause reduced production of cows fed a diet with high content of corn distillers grain with solubles (DDGS). This article from researchers from Ohio State University describes an experiment conducted to identify the factors that cause reduced production of cows fed a diet with high content of corn distillers grain with solubles (DDGS).

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60407 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60407-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-feeding-corn-dried-distillers-grains-and-the-effect-of-oxytocin-use-during-colostrum-harvest Calf welfare has been a key focus area of Drs. Dan Weary and Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk’s industry research chair in animal welfare at the University of British Columbia. In a recent episode of the Dairy Farmers of Canada’s research podcast series, Paths to On-Farm Excellence, Weary and von Keyserlingk discussed milk feeding and group housing – two key elements of their research surrounding calf welfare and management. Calf welfare has been a key focus area of Drs. Dan Weary and Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk’s industry research chair in animal welfare at the University of British Columbia. In a recent episode of the Dairy Farmers of Canada’s research podcast series, Paths to On-Farm Excellence, Weary and von Keyserlingk discussed milk feeding and group housing – two key elements of their research surrounding calf welfare and management.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60149 Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60149-win-win-opportunities-for-calf-welfare-enhancing-nutrition-and-social-housing-for-optimal-health-and-productivity pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article from researchers from Cornell University and Germany describes the individual, seasonal and herd-level variability of colostrum production and summarizes the association between animal individual factors – such as parity, sex of the calf, calf birthweight, as well as indicators of the cow’s metabolic status – and the yield and composition of colostrum. This article from researchers from Cornell University and Germany describes the individual, seasonal and herd-level variability of colostrum production and summarizes the association between animal individual factors – such as parity, sex of the calf, calf birthweight, as well as indicators of the cow’s metabolic status – and the yield and composition of colostrum.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60079 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60079-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-influences-on-colostrum-production-and-nutritional-factors-on-milk-production-in-automated-milking-systems ca-fr-social-9.jpg One of DFC's research investments is Industrial Research Chairs (IRCs), which coordinate multiple research projects under one initiative to find solutions for industry-wide priorities. DFC, along with the NSERC and multiple sector partners, helps to fund IRCs on high-priority issues for Canada’s dairy industry. One of DFC's research investments is Industrial Research Chairs (IRCs), which coordinate multiple research projects under one initiative to find solutions for industry-wide priorities. DFC, along with the NSERC and multiple sector partners, helps to fund IRCs on high-priority issues for Canada’s dairy industry.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59903 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59903-research-review-ircs-in-dairy-science-what-weve-accomplished-and-whats-coming-next 59903-dfc-promo-image-cover-page-highlights-2023.jpg pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com Explore how fluctuations in daily milk yield can indicate disease resilience in Holstein cattle, potentially transforming breeding practices for better health and productivity. Explore how fluctuations in daily milk yield can indicate disease resilience in Holstein cattle, potentially transforming breeding practices for better health and productivity. 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59762 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59762-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-health-traits-and-adaptations-of-immune-function-in-calves ca-fr-social-35.jpg Discover how to use herd health visits as an opportunity to optimize health, welfare and production, leading to more informed, timely decisions to improve herd management over time. Discover how to use herd health visits as an opportunity to optimize health, welfare and production, leading to more informed, timely decisions to improve herd management over time.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59546 Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59546-research-review-what-does-an-average-veterinary-herd-health-management-visit-look-like-and-can-it-be-optimized ca-fr-social-38.jpg pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article, from researchers from the University of Wisconsin, discusses a study that aimed to examine the genetics of milk yield consistency within and between lactations of U.S. Holstein cows. This article, from researchers from the University of Wisconsin, discusses a study that aimed to examine the genetics of milk yield consistency within and between lactations of U.S. Holstein cows.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59418 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59418-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-heat-tolerance-and-the-genetics-of-lactation-consistency Over the past five years, the DRC3 commitment totalled $16 million, which included commitments from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC), Lactanet and Novalait, and contributions from several other dairy sector partners. Over the past five years, the DRC3 commitment totalled $16 million, which included commitments from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC), Lactanet and Novalait, and contributions from several other dairy sector partners.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59170 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59170-research-review-dairy-research-cluster-3-results-are-now-available 59170-research-review-computer.jpg pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com The authors say mycotoxins, which to some extent go neglected in ruminants, are one of the most critical threats to food and feed safety and security due to their effects on human and animal health. The authors say mycotoxins, which to some extent go neglected in ruminants, are one of the most critical threats to food and feed safety and security due to their effects on human and animal health.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59070 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59070-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-exposure-to-mycotoxins-and-prolonged-cow-calf-contact Calf health is an important consideration for dairy farmers. Disease impacts the health and welfare of calves and links to production, health and longevity of these calves as adult animals. Calf health is an important consideration for dairy farmers. Disease impacts the health and welfare of calves and links to production, health and longevity of these calves as adult animals.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58794 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58794-research-review-genetic-selection-as-a-potential-mechanism-for-reducing-disease-in-dairy-calves 58794-research-review-dixon.jpg pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com This article, from the University of Florida, explains that pregnancy failure for cows not diagnosed pregnant is the result of one of a variety of causes including insemination errors, anovulation, fertilization failure and embryonic death. This article, from the University of Florida, explains that pregnancy failure for cows not diagnosed pregnant is the result of one of a variety of causes including insemination errors, anovulation, fertilization failure and embryonic death.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58763 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58763-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-embryonic-losses-and-nutritional-impact-on-carbon-footprint How can the energy-to-protein balance of forages be improved? For several years now, we examined, with our colleagues, this question from a number of angles. How can the energy-to-protein balance of forages be improved? For several years now, we examined, with our colleagues, this question from a number of angles.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58554 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58554-research-review-alfalfa-is-greener-on-the-neighbours-farm pedro.nogueira@trouwnutrition.com “Interrelationships between cows, calves and humans in cow-calf contact systems – An interview study among Norwegian dairy farmers.” “Interrelationships between cows, calves and humans in cow-calf contact systems – An interview study among Norwegian dairy farmers.” 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58443 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58443-research-review-from-the-journal-of-dairy-science-cow-calf-contact-and-drying-off-high-yielding-cows