Two federal bills received Royal Assent in November that will make it easier for consumers to fix and service the products they use on a daily basis. That includes phones and fridges and even tractors.
That’s welcome news for farmers,...
We’ve just come through the busy holiday season – and as much as this time is about family, friends and the start of a new year, it is also heavily centered around food. And so much of those special...
Last year, Indiana’s legislature modified the appeal process for IDEM permits and other administrative law proceedings. I wrote about this change to the Administrative Orders and Procedures Act (“AOPA”) about a year ago. Those amendments had a similar impact...
Alberta’s Lameness Reduction Initiative (LRI) revolves around completion of a lameness risk assessment questionnaire (RAQ), designed to identify housing and management factors that contribute to the development of hoof lesions. The RAQ is conducted by the farm manager accompanied by...
The United Nations Food Systems Summit, which is being convened this September by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, marks a clear point in time when decisions will be taken relating to the future production and consumption of food. With the...
by Brent Hershey, TunnelPlus
Production loss from heat stress has been identified as the number one problem in holding areas. The dairy industry continues to seek the ideal ventilation and cooling system for these areas. Producers are turning to more...
It is during a public health pandemic like the one we are facing today that we are reminded of the importance of science and the vital role of scientists in supporting decision-making. On World Milk Day, Piercristiano Brazzale, Chair...
Growing up, some of my fondest memories were our trips out to the farm to visit my grandparents. Being from the Ottawa area, a short 30-minute drive from our front door was all it took to find yourself in...
Tax season is right around the corner, and it’s time to take a deep dive into your dairy operation’s finances. While cash flow is essential, it’s only part of the bigger picture.
To truly understand your business’s financial health, you’ll...
Animal welfare is increasing in importance in agricultural systems in many countries around the world. As the 13th edition of the IDF Animal Health Report is released, Louise Winblad of Växa Sverige reflects on why information on animal welfare...
