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1. Automation domination: (Editor’s Notes); Nowhere in my original plans for this issue are the words “robot” or “automatic,” yet when I page through this magazine I’m about to present to you, I find it weighs heavily on the topic. I learned long ...; Created on 31 August 2013
2. Ten research stories to influence the future of Canadian dairy: (Industry News); 1. Salt in cheese A research team led by Dr. Steve Labrie (Laval University) looked at the impact of reducing the sodium content on the safety, texture, functional properties and taste of Canadian cheddar, ...; Created on 31 August 2013
3. Let's work together on proActio: (Industry News); Delegates from all 10 provinces have voted in favour of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s (DFC) proAction Initiative at its recent annual general meeting in Toronto. Dairy farmer leaders across the country ...; Created on 31 August 2013
4. Conference focuses on automation, data collection decisions: (Event Coverage); As more and more technologies are introduced to the dairy industry, researchers, allied industry and producers are learning whether or not they are a good fit. The Precision Dairy Conference and Expo ...; Created on 31 August 2013
5. Alltech symposium tries to ‘create something different’: (Event Coverage); To improve on last year’s symposium, Pearse Lyons, founder and president of Alltech, and his team thought of the 2012 symposium as “boring.” “We never review what we did right,” Pearse Lyons said. “Last ...; Created on 31 August 2013
6. Automatic feeding systems deliver more feedings, less labour: (Technology); Robots are milking cows, pushing up feed and scraping manure on dairies around the world. For several years, they have been feeding cows in Europe, and now three companies have plans to introduce similar, ...; Created on 31 August 2013
7. What can we learn from low-activity monitoring?: (A.I. & Breeding); Individual-cow activity monitors have helped many dairies improve their heat detection rates in recent years. By tracking increased levels of cow activity, the monitors help producers identify animals ...; Created on 30 August 2013
8. Vaccinations for dairy animals: (Herd Health); One of the most common, and occasionally the most complicated, questions received by a veterinarian pertains to the use of vaccines in the control of diseases in livestock. While some vaccines are excellent ...; Created on 30 August 2013
9. Hoof treatment on robotic dairies: What are the options?: (Herd Health); Poor hoof care is exceptionally detrimental to robotic milking facilities. Due to their unique traffic flow and design, proper planning and thought is needed for incorporating a footbath or wash system. ...; Created on 30 August 2013
10. New robot facility helps British Columbia dairy farmer do more with less: (Facilities & Equipment); Brad Romyn has a lot of reasons to smile these days. The third-generation dairy farmer from Notch Hill, British Columbia, has made significant changes to his operation which have resulted in a lot more ...; Created on 30 August 2013
11. Mastitis – Is this really an everyday hassle?: (Herd Health); Implementing a whole-farm approach to mastitis can impact farm profitability. A partnership between farmer and veterinarian managing udder health, based around protocols and education, can see a milk-quality ...; Created on 30 August 2013
12. Looking toward end of 2012 crop, beginning of 2013 harvest: (Feed & Nutrition); The 2012 corn crop started out with early planting and emergence before it took a turn for the worse, tormented by a severe and widespread drought across Canada. Yields suffered, and the environment ...; Created on 29 August 2013
13. Do the math: Evaluating protein sources: (Feed & Nutrition); During the 2012 World Dairy Expo, a staircase wrap urged passersby to “Do the Math” and re-evaluate how they choose protein sources for their dairy cows. Typically, we buy protein supplements on the basis ...; Created on 29 August 2013
14. Harnessing the power of rumination: (Herd Health); It’s never difficult to spot a healthy, content cow. She’s the one chewing her cud after eating comfortably at the feedbunk. For generations, dairy producers, veterinarians and nutritionists have relied ...; Created on 29 August 2013
15. Reducing stress in dairy cattle can pay great dividends: (Herd Health); Dairy cows face year-round stress that can make them more susceptible to disease, resulting in reduced production and significant economic costs to a dairy. Recent research continues to demonstrate the ...; Created on 29 August 2013
16. Save the planet: Pack and cover: (Feed & Nutrition); Global population is increasing exponentially. There will be billions of new mouths to feed. And the world’s natural resources, including soil and water, just won’t be able to keep up with this new demand. ...; Created on 29 August 2013
17. Corn silage harvest for the best feeding opportunities: (Feed & Nutrition); Corn silage typically represents the largest single component in a dairy cow’s diet and can be up to 50 percent of the feed intake on daily basis. Economically, corn silage is a great value as a feedstuff ...; Created on 28 August 2013
18. Dairy products debut at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show: (Event Coverage); In its 20th anniversary year, Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show continues to serve as a showcase event for new innovations in the industry. The event, planned for Sept. 10-12 in Woodstock, Ontario, will feature ...; Created on 28 August 2013
19. Sept. 1, 2013 issue: New Products: (Products & Services); A&L Labs releases Superkleen for cleaning bulk tanks, CIP A&L Laboratories Inc. has created Superkleen – which, according to the company, provides an efficient and economical solution to cleaning bulk ...; Created on 28 August 2013
20. Mechanics Corner: The evolution of diesel through the years: (Facilities & Equipment); Some things never change. The land, the clock, calendar and weather forecasts have always been the major influences in everyday farming. One thing that has changed dramatically on the farm is the tractor. ...; Created on 28 August 2013
21. The Milk House: The barn cat dictum: (Ryan Dennis); If there’s one thing found on a farm regardless of all else, it’s barn cats. They roam everywhere, living detached lives in dusty rafters and bedded stalls. The barn cat is a strong animal because he has ...; Created on 28 August 2013
22. Just dropping by ... Seventy times seven: (Yevet Tenney); You can always tell when the Lord is trying to teach you a principle because on-task real-life on-the-job experiences come in multiples. Lately, I have been inundated with opportunities to forgive. Christ’s ...; Created on 28 August 2013