Bovine reproductive failure, characterized by decreased fertility and pregnancy rates, presents a major challenge for beef and dairy producers. The difficulty in pinpointing the exact disease-causing organisms responsible for these issues often leaves producers without effective solutions, leading to...

The Pennsylvania Dairy Summit was the stage for this year’s prestigious Pennsylvania Dairy Industry Awards, presented by the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania, the Center for Dairy Excellence, and the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association. These annual awards celebrate individuals who...

The governments of Canada and Manitoba have announced $4.7 million in grant funding through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support 36 research and innovation projects over the next three years. The funding, unveiled at CropConnect by...

A well-designed dairy facility is essential for efficient cattle management, ensuring the health, safety, and productivity of the herd. At a minimum, every dairy operation should include a designated treatment pen and maternity area, both equipped with built-in stanchions....

Cull Cattle Market Overview Prices for cull cattle in Quebec showed an overall upward trend across most categories. Dairy-type cattle saw average price increases ranging from +0.012 to +0.054 $/lb live, with >1500 lb dairy cattle averaging 1.468 $/lb...

In this video Kent Weigel, Professor and Chair of the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences at the University of Wisconsin – Madison Division of Extension, will be presenting on current research on the day-to-day consistency of dry matter...

CCE Dairy Educators · Cornell Cow Convos E16 Managing Lameness on Farm with Dr. Gerard Cramer In this episode of Cornell Cow Convos, Lindsay Ferlito, Cornell PRO-DAIRY, and Dr. Kaitlyn Lutz, CCE NWNY Dairy, Livestock, & Field Crops Team, interview...

Recognizing Mental Health Challenges Farmers and ranchers face unique stressors that can manifest in emotional, physical, and relational struggles. These challenges include relationship conflicts, anxiety, and depression. Warning signs of a mental health crisis may include: Neglect of crops, animals,...

KIOTI Tractor, a division of Daedong-USA Inc., has introduced KIOTI Connect, a cutting-edge connected vehicle technology app designed to enhance equipment efficiency, connectivity, and ease of use for operators. This innovative platform offers real-time insights into machine performance and...

Overland Park, Kansas, has been selected as the location for the first North American headquarters of Ceres Tag, an Australian company specializing in direct-to-satellite animal monitoring technology. Ceres Tag's innovative solar-charged smart monitoring sensors attach to the ears of livestock...

One of the ways that artificial intelligence (AI) has been marketed to agricultural business owners is as a tool to improve market competitiveness. AI platforms promise to deliver real time market insights in a way that humans never could,...

The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) has confirmed the state's first human case of avian influenza A (H5N1) in an adult exposed to infected dairy cattle at a Churchill County farm. The individual experienced conjunctivitis as the only symptom...

Source: Michigan State University Department of Animal Science, Jair Parales Giron and Adam Lock The immediate postpartum period represents a significant metabolic challenge for high-producing dairy cows. During this time, cows experience reduced feed intake alongside increased energy requirements for milk...

Pyka, a pioneer in autonomous electric aviation, has introduced its latest agricultural spray aircraft, the Pelican 2. With a significantly expanded 300-liter payload and the capability to cover up to 90 hectares per hour, Pelican 2 stands as the...