Connecting the Dots Between Accelerated Heifer Rearing
Background- On most dairies, heifer rearing is one of the most overlooked and under managed assets on the farm.
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Longterm sustainability at Clandeboye
The 2,000 acre estate provides the majestic and picturesque backdrop for the Clandeboy herd of Holsteins and Jerseys, owned by Lady Dufferin.
Portfolio Strategy
One thing we’ve learned in our years following the market, is that intense price competition is never good news for stocks as it tends to have a major deleterious impact …
Alicia & Adeen…a Legacy Unmatched
The word “legacy” is defined in Webster’s Dictionary as “something that is passed down from an ancestor, a gift of personal property or characteristics.”
Are your calves ready for winter?
With winter inevitably well on its way in western Canada, it’s time that we put on the toques and mitts but if you aren’t preparing your young stock, they may …
Hooftrimming-One piece of advice
What’s the number one piece of advice?
Reflections at Riverdane
One of Europes Leading Holstein herds; a successful embryo transfer unit; and a rapidly expanding artificial insemination company; Mark and Sue Nutsford, operate a trio of thriving businesses which are …
Royal Windsor Jerseys
The pristine parklands of Englans greena nd pleasant lands provide the perfect backdrop for the Royal Windsor herd of Jerseys. The verdant fields and imposing Royal Oaks create a majestic …
Warwick Manor Guernsey Farm
Driving through the dairy farm spotted rolling hills of Lancaster County in Pennsilvania, the views make up for every bit of lost time while following a horse drawn buggy. Located …
Investment Ideas for 2013
Global Investments The first decade of the 21st century saw Canadian equity markets significantly outperform the US and Global markets. Some of this outperformance was due to the appreciation of …
Leukosis: The disregarded, yet devastating disease
The prevalence of leukosis within the Holstein breed in Canada is
Cow Hoof Care: 7 tips to help you find the time to combat lameness
Lack of time is the number one reason I hear farmers say they don’thave a preventative hoof care plan in place.
What are the Chances of Breeding a Top 10 Bull for LPI or TPI?
Reprinted from Winter 2012 issue of Cowsmopolitan page 16 By Doug Blair To be in the Top 10 Group for TPI or LPI in the USA or Canada is an …
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Bakerview Ecodairy: Educating and increasing awareness
Bakerview Ecodairy: Educating and increasing awareness
A farm wife’s quest for an online baby fashion boutique!
Starting in the Summer of 2008, owner Haley Maddox had the dream to accessorize the world one baby at a time. After earning a degree in Public Relations