Source: Dairy Farmer Cooperative news release
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative announced today its priorities for the next congressional session, focusing on rural workforce accessibility, trade and supply chain opportunities, the 2025 farm bill and climate and environmentally sustainable efforts.
"At Edge,...
Kubota North America shared its ambitious vision for the future during a media briefing at CES 2025. The announcement highlighted a strategic focus on providing diverse powertrain options, seamless data integration, enhanced connectivity, and advanced automation across its entire...
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern for both animal and human health. Dairy farms play a critical role in addressing this issue by adopting responsible antimicrobial use (AMU) practices. Monitoring and optimizing AMU not only helps prevent resistant...
To maintain the quality of harvested canola, immediate conditioning and consistent monitoring are essential. Conditioning cools the seed, evens out temperatures within the bin, and removes moisture that can lead to spoilage. Even dry canola releases moisture through natural...
The Dairy Cost Study program for 2025 is officially underway, with enrolment open from January 1 through February 28, 2025. Designed specifically for Alberta dairy producers, the program offers a no-cost, in-depth economic analysis of individual dairy operations for...
At CES 2025, running from January 7–10 in Las Vegas, John Deere will showcase its latest advancements in autonomous technology, introducing several new machines designed to address labor shortages across agriculture, construction, and commercial landscaping. Building on the autonomy...
Threat Overview
Bt-resistant Corn Rootworm (CRW) is a significant pest in Ontario, causing up to 50% yield loss in cornfields.
Resistance to Bt hybrids has been identified in regions like Huron, Perth, and Durham counties.
Ontario’s CRW situation mirrors...
Gerard Cramer, a professor at the University of Minnesota and expert in dairy cattle lameness, recently shared straightforward advice on improving hoof health in dairy heifers. His message is clear: start early with preventative care to avoid long-term hoof...
Episode Description
Dr. Jerad Jaborek from MSU Extension joins dairy and beef Extension Educator Phil Durst to share insights from a recent research project that evaluates the performance of Holstein beef cross calves at the feedlot and after harvest.
Monitoring dairy cow behavior is essential for health management and overall welfare. Behaviors such as standing, lying, eating, and drinking provide key indicators of well-being—prolonged lying can signal hoof disease, while reduced food intake may indicate digestive issues. Traditionally...
