Looking to save on your electric bills? In this article Taylor Leach discusses how inefficient fans can drive your costs up: “Have you noticed your electricity bill starting to climb up? Maybe it’s time to check the efficiency of your fans. The energy used to operate ventilation systems on the farm typically accounts for 20-25% […]
On Tuesday, April 14t & Wednesday, April 15th The Indiana Milk Quality Professionals, Inc. will host the 2020 Indiana Milk Quality Conference at The Farmhouse at Fair Oaks Farms in Fair Oaks, Indiana. This year’s conference will feature three panels: – “The INDY 500 Milkman” – “Milk Processing 101” – The third panel will be […]
Looking for some information regarding the outlook of dairy herd management? This article takes a deep dive into some key industry research and trends from 2019: “Dairy herd management is a process that manages and regulates the health & productivity of dairy animals and is viewed as a cost saving process as it implements techniques […]
In 2018 the A2 Milk Market was valued at $5.13 Billion. By 2026, it is projected to potentially reach $26.3 Billion. In this article Instant Tech Market News takes a deep dive into the global market for A2 Milk: “In the report, we thoroughly examine and analyze the Global market for A2 Milk so that […]
“New research from Michigan State University has demonstrated significant improvements in cow productivity with specific fatty acid supplementation through early lactation. The concept of feeding fat in dairy rations is nothing new — the energy-dense nutrient is hugely beneficial to meeting increased nutritional requirements as cows simultaneously produce milk while maintaining body condition ahead of […]
In this article, Mateusz Perkowski discusses how the Oregon Senate Committee on Environment and Natural Resources voted unanimously Thursday to approve Senate Bill 1513. This bill would require a preliminary and final inspection of large CAFOs before they begin operating. “A bill backed by Oregon’s dairy industry that would heighten inspection requirements for building large […]
In this article, Paul Post discusses how dairy farms are working to reduce their carbon footprint: “New York’s dairy industry has made great strides in reducing its carbon footprint and related environmental impacts, with an added bonus of cutting operational costs. “Our science is getting better, our ability to formulate diets is getting better,” said […]
“India has offered to partially open up its poultry and dairy markets in a bid for a limited trade deal during US President Donald Trump’s first official visit to the country this month, people familiar with the protracted talks say. India, the world’s largest milk-producing nation, has traditionally restricted dairy imports to protect the livelihoods […]
In this article, Lisa A. Graybeal discusses the importance of marketing in the dairy industry. “In one of her first acts as CEO of PepsiCo, Indra Nooyi crisscrossed the United States for weeks visiting supermarkets, convenience stores and other outlets that sold its products so she could get a firsthand look at how the goods […]
Looking for information on how to best use calf feeding tubes? Check out this article from Maureen Hanson with Bovine Vet Online: “Colostrum, milk and electrolytes all can be vital to calf survival, and may need to be delivered via an esophageal tube feeder if calves are unable to suckle a bottle. But tube feeders […]
