Don’t Skip the Weight on Silage Covers
Recent regulations may change how some U.S. producers weigh down their silage covers. Yet, the benefits to properly covering silage bunkers or piles continue to provide returns. “The additional time …
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New Trait: Early First Calving
CDCB is launching genetic evaluations for another new trait in April – Early First Calving (EFC). You might ask Why, when there are already genetic evaluations for 45 traits. The …
Dairy Women Making An Impact
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we look back at three extraordinary women who are making an impact in the industry. This story was published in our 2018 Fall Special …
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
As I mindlessly scroll through my social media accounts, I begin to realize that my news feed is filled with negative news posts and pictures. Gone are the days where …
Palmyra Farm has updated their Facebook page
Palmyra Farm has updated their Facebook page with their latest consignment for the Opportunity Knocks at Interstate. View their Breeder Tour Page Read the Cowsmo exclusive on Palmyra Farm “Hard work …
Indian Acres MM Pistachio Pie: Tribute to a Guernsey Legend
February 26th is National Pistachio Day. A great day to remember the industry’s own Pistachio Pie. Legends like Indian Acres MM Pistachio Pie are not born every day, but that’s …
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Memories of Chicago
The Chicago International Livestock show was first held in 1900 and ran through 1975. Although for many years it was a beef, horse, swine and sheep show, Chicago did …
Cow of the Year Nominee: Hendercroft Lheros Gumball
Our fourth and final profile for the Canadian Cow of the Year Contest is Hendercroft Lheros Gumball EX-96 6E 25*. Gumball is an extraordinary brood cow whose ability to transmit …
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Making Dreams A Reality With Consistent Show Type Breeding
The trends in breeding cattle continue to change as does the dairy industry. The industry has made significant advances over the past several decades by way of embryo transfer, focusing …
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Cow of the Year Nominee: Boulet Goldwyn Chalou
Our next Cow of the Year nominee also hails from Quebec, Boulet Goldwyn Chalou EX-96 3E 17*. Bred by Ferme Boulet, a 2X Master Breeder herd, and now owned in …
Brown Heaven – The Team Behind Fantasy
Our condolences to Brown Heaven Farm on the passing of Fantasy. We revisit an article featuring Brown Heaven Farm that was featured in our Winter 2016 edition. Winning at class …
Make the Most of Milking Time
Milking time labor is a large cost on any dairy farm. As today’s farms get larger and move toward parlor type operations, most discussions center around how to maximize parlor …
Maker Jerseys: Rising Up with Hard Work and Big Dreams
For someone who didn’t come from a background of cows, Kerry Alexander is living proof that hard work, a positive attitude and great mentors can propel you in the direction …
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Canadian Cow of the Year Nominee: Willswikk Outside Della
Willswikk Outside Della EX-95 5E 15* was bred by J. William Wikkerink Farms and is currently owned by Wikkshaven Holsteins, Cobble Hill, BC. With a long list of accolades for …
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Superior Genetics from the Most Prolific Breeds
The state of Agriculture in North America today at times makes it difficult to be enthusiastic about farming and its future. Tough milk price and increasing feed costs certainly add …
