Control of BVDV in Dairy Herds: More than just a virus causing diarrhea
Combine a strong vaccine protocol with rigorous testing and biosecurity measures to prevent and control the spread of BVDV and persistently infected calves in...
Why Bypass Protein May Not Work
Source: Manitoba Agriculture Food, and Rural Initiatives
Many research projects have shown that feeding undegradable, or bypass, protein supplements has a positive effect on milk...
2021 Virtual National Show of the Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society
Source: Canadian Milking Shorthorn Society
ENTRIES CLOSE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15th at 11:59pm
Entries to be submitted by email to milking.shorthorn@gmail.com
JUDGE: TBA
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. The current rules and...
Preventing Down Cattle
Source: proAction
Farmers work hard to provide excellent care for their cattle. However, cattle sometimes get sick or hurt, and can go down and be...
The Efficient Dairy Genome Project – An International Project
Source: The Efficient Dairy Genome Project
The Efficient Dairy Genome Project (EDGP) is a large international research project funded by Genome Canada. This Canadian-led project has...
Groundbreaking ceremony for the new Jefo production plant
This investment will increase production to meet growing international demand.
Jefo, a world leader in animal health and nutrition that offers alternatives to antibiotics to...
Water quality for dairy cattle
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs
Fact Sheet written by: T. Wright – Dairy Cattle Nutritionist/OMAFRA
Introduction
Water is the most important nutrient for dairy cattle....
Cow comfort
Source: Manitoba Agriculture Food, and Rural Initiatives
Cow comfort is becoming an often heard phrase in today's industry trade papers. It's a means to describe relationship...
Dairy Processors Association of Canada joins Canada Plastics Pact
Source: Dairy Processors Association of Canada
Furthering the goal of supporting sustainable use of resources in dairy farming and processing sectors to minimize the sector’s...
Maizex Launches NEW Class of Soybean Varieties for Western Canada
Maizex Seeds has announced the launch of four new soybean varieties to be sold in Western Canada exclusively through Maizex Seeds certified dealers.
“The launch...
