Dairy

Researchers have revealed important variations in these chemical markers found attached to DNA that likely influence gene activity in cattle immune systems. Photo: Canva

14-06-2023 | News

Chemical markers on DNA help understanding of cattle immunity

Breeding for more feed-efficient cows could save the US dairy sector $540 million USD a year with no loss in milk production. Photo: Dr James Koltes at Iowa State University.

12-06-2023 | Article

Major US project: Better cow breeding for feed efficiency

The dairy industry association explained that the reason for this step was a delay in the government's decision on the new prices. Photo: Canva

31-05-2023 | News

Iranian dairy price rise without gov. agreement

Photo: Dankert family at Nor-Bert Farm

30-05-2023 | News

US Holstein cow sets new lifetime production record

What are the top 5 numbers that your banker truly cares about? The numbers that every dairy farmer should have at their fingertips to keep a pulse on the financial health of their business? Photo: Canva

25-05-2023 | Article

5 numbers dairy farmers should have at their fingertips

Currently, the average milk price in Russia stands at 32-33 roubles (USD 0.41 – 0.42) per kg, noticeably lower than at the beginning of the year. Photo: Hans Prinsen

19-05-2023 | News

Falling raw milk prices in Russia

Some studies report management interventions such as pregnancy termination, selective reduction, and nutritional management during the transition period to aid in reducing the incidence of twin pregnancy. Photo: Canva

17-05-2023 | Article

Avoiding a twin pregnancy in dairy cows

SOP for milking routine. How we treat cows at milking, how we identify cows that are slow milkers or long to let down milk, how we clean teats and teat ends, how long stimulation time is, how we treat teats after milking etc. Photo: Snorri Sigurdsson

11-05-2023 | Expert opinion

Management: if it’s boring for us, it’s better for the cows

Many consumers citing the health benefits of raw milk have been calling for this bill to be passed in Iowa for years. Photo: Canva

27-04-2023 | News

US: New law allows Iowa farmers to sell raw milk

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While big players like Fonterra and Saputo experienced a strong first quarter, European dairy producers faced challenges in the first half of 2023. Photo: Canva

25-09-2023 | News

Dairy industry trends and challenges in 2023

The milk pricing system will continue to evolve into the future, and further changes in the system will likely be forthcoming. Photo: Canva

09-03-2022 | Article

United States: Milk pricing and its future

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