Source: proAction
Treated wood is used to ensure that structures last; however, some treated wood products should not come in contact with animals or their feed because it contains dioxins.
What is treated wood?
Treated wood is wood that has had a...
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs
Fact Sheet written by: Steve Clarke - Rural/Environmental Engineer (Provincial Crop Engineering Specialist)/OMAF; Allen Hills - College Senior Instructor (Engineering Research)/University of Guelph; Ben Hawkins - Associate Director (Academics & Engineering Research)/University of Guelph
Introduction
The...
Source: University of Minnesota
Quick facts
Stall spacing and bunk spacing are two important components to cow comfort.
Depending on a cow’s stage of lactation their spacing needs are different.
Dry cows can be at the minimum bunk space while...
Source: University of Minnesota
Quick facts
Stall spacing and bunk spacing are two important components to cow comfort.
Depending on a cow's stage of lactation their spacing needs are different.
Dry cows can be at the minimum bunk space while...
Canarm AgSystems is consolidating Shakespeare operations (Faromor – A Canarm Company) into our Arthur facility and transferring agricultural fan production to our Brockville location.
Faromor- A Canarm Company is a leading manufacturer of natural ventilation with a history dating back...
Source: Agri Marketing magazine
According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers' monthly "Flash Report," the sales of all tractors in Canada through September 2020 are up 25% from last year.
For the month of September, two-wheel-drive smaller tractors (under 40 HP)...
Source: BC Milk Marketing Board
At the request of the BC Milk Marketing Board, the BC Ministry of Agriculture has provided us with the following information on proper plate cooler use & maintenance. Many producers use plate coolers to assist in...
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) reports:
U.S. sales numbers of Ag tractors and combines were up in almost every category, according to the latest AEM sales data.
"Although the overall numbers continue to be strong, it is a mixed bag when...
Source: Cornell University
Calves need to be given a good start in life to ensure they will be viable replacements for the herd. Properly raised calves are more apt to be healthy, vigorous, and ready for first calving at the...
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
This factsheet was written by Harold K. House, P.Eng., Engineer, Dairy and Beef Housing and Equipment, Clinton, OMAFRA (retired).
Introduction
This Factsheet is written using common units used by ventilation designers and equipment manufacturers for...
