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“When will I finally get my own cow?” At 7 years old, Xavier Malenfant from Saint-Cyprien, Quebec, wasn’t kidding at all when he asked his godfather and uncle that question. Four years later, Dave Labrie says without a doubt, the decision to buy a Brown Swiss cow for his nephew was the right one to make.

Christmas is a magical time. From the twinkling lights, decorations and Christmas carols, to cups of hot chocolate and skating on a frozen pond, everyone has something they love about Christmas festivities.

In September 2017, I became a mom … to twins! The husband and I are the parents to one little farm boy and one little farm girl. While I have forgotten what “sleep” is, we have never been happier.

A new greensite dairy for Velrob Farms isn’t just a part of the Veldman family’s succession plan. It is also an extension of their efforts towards sustainability.

Avonlea Genetics Inc. aims to supply tools for dairy’s progress while striving to earn World Dairy Expo champion honours to add to their herd’s award tool chest.

Right-sizing the heifer population to fit replacement needs not only reduces raising costs, but it can also provide an opportunity for the best future milking females to thrive.