Source: Edge Dairy Cooperative news release
On November 12, USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) released a long-awaited final decision with reforms to pricing formulas used by the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative appreciates the diligent work...
Beck’s, the largest family-owned retail seed company in the United States, is excited to announce the groundbreaking of its new soybean processing facility in New Madrid, Missouri. The state-of-the- art facility will help meet the growing demand for soybeans...
Dairy farms rely heavily on good-quality water to maintain optimal milk production and herd health. Research in Pennsylvania shows that aesthetic water pollutants like iron, manganese, and hydrogen sulfide are common and can deter cows from drinking, impacting milk...
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Ensuring proper crowd gate operation benefits both dairy cows and farm workers. For managers, this requires a focus on effective training, regular maintenance, and careful management to avoid common issues that impact cow welfare. When used properly, crowd gates...
Elanco Animal Health is progressing in its livestock sustainability strategy, delivering innovations to farmers and advocating for a shift in the perception of cattle, from being seen as a climate challenge to being part of a sustainable solution. Through...
Ag-robotics specialists Chuck Baresich believes you'll have a robot in your field sooner than you think. What will they do? How will they add value to your farm? Chuck paints a picture of that future. And what is the...
Vaccination is a key preventive health tool in dairy farming. It enables cows, calves, and heifers to develop antibodies against specific diseases, so if they later encounter the pathogen, their immune systems can respond effectively. Proper vaccination reduces both...
The integration of advanced technologies into dairy farming, known as Precision Dairy Farming, is transforming the industry by enabling real-time, individualized monitoring of animal health, behavior, and productivity. Similar to how smart devices are now commonly used to track...
Transitioning dairy cows from the dry period back into the milking herd is essential for herd productivity and profitability, as it influences reproductive success, milk yield, and overall health during lactation. A successful transition program focuses on proper nutrition,...
Over 80% of farm workers have accidentally stuck themselves with a needle. This includes farmers and employees who work on dairy farms. In this video, the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center discusses:
• most common injuries associated...
