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Monday, May 13, 2013
Unique Red and While Holstein Joins StudCANADA - A red and white full brother to the top two show heifers in Britain has been launched for sale by Dairy Daughters, bringing high type and a deep cow family together for red and white dairy breeders....
Monday, May 06, 2013
New Milk Class for MozzarellaCANADA - The Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) has announced the creation of a milk class for mozzarella cheese to be used on fresh pizzas. ...
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Forage and Transportation Aid Applications ExtendedCANADA – The period for submitting applications to receive forage and livestock transportation has been extended to May 1, a decision the government hopes will alleviate pressure in drought hit Quebec....
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Growing Forward 2 Launched in Manitoba CANADA - Canada's agriculture minister says Growing Forward 2 takes a less reactive and more proactive approach to addressing the challenges faced by agriculture....
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Butter, Cheese, Cream Progesterone Tested - No Health RiskCANADA - A study released by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has found that 737 samples of butter, cheese and cream tested for progesterone do not pose a health risk to consumers....
Wednesday, April 03, 2013
Climate and Crop Trends Provide Downer Cow 'Perfect Storm'CANADA - Forage quality issues are leading to nutrient deficiencies in cattle on Canadian farms....
Genetics Industry to be Given Development GrantCANADA – Last month the federal government pledged over CAN$1million to help promote the Canadian livestock genetics industry....
Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Report Confirms Ag Sector’s Continued Growth, Economic ValueCANADA - "An Overview of the Canadian Agriculture and Agri-Food System 2013", a report released by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), shows the strong contribution of the agriculture and agri-food sector to Canada’s economy. ...
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Have High Genomic Replikin Counts CANADA - A group of lethal bacteria are of increasing concern worldwide because they are becoming resistant to many or all of the antibiotics previously effective against them. Bioradar UK Ltd. has announced in Ottawa that it has discovered that the concentration...
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Harper Govt Helps Boost Exports in High-Quality GeneticsCANADA - The Canadian Livestock Genetics Association (CLGA) will help increase demand for Canadian genetics around the world with the support of the Harper Government. ...
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Study Could Shed Light on Prion AdaptationCANADA – A University of Alberta research team has made a discovery that could explain how prion diseases adapt in order to spread across different species....
Friday, March 01, 2013
Positive Outlook for Canadian Agri Sector CANADA - Three new reports released by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada are showing a positive outlook for farmers in 2013. ...
Monday, February 25, 2013
Tight Supplies, High Prices Expected Until Prices EaseCANADA - A weather and crop specialist with CWB predicts continued tight global availability of grain and high prices before prices start to ease in anticipation of this year's harvest....
Health and Management Benefits From Dairy Network LaunchCANADA – In a big step for herd management evaluation, the Canadian Dairy Network (CDN) has been launched through government funding....
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Value of Livestock Manure Fertilizer UnderscoredCANADA - The executive director of the Manitoba Livestock Manure Management Initiative says the rising price of commercial fertilizer has highlighted the economic value that can be extracted from the use of livestock manure fertilizer, Bruce Cochrane...
Friday, February 15, 2013
Independent Panel Appointed in Response to E Coli Outbreak CANADA - While Canada's food safety system remains robust events such as the XL Foods Inc. beef recall that occurred in September and October of 2012 underscore the importance of ongoing review and continuous improvement....
New Variety of Sainfoin Could Mean Bloat Free Alfalfa ForageCANADA - Great news has ermerged for cattle producers as Scientists have developed a new variety of sainfoin that when paired with alfalfa in a mixed stand offers bloat-free alfalfa pasture grazing for cattle....
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Sustainable Dairy Farming For the FutureCANADA - Nullifying the well publicised impact of dairy cows on the environment is vital for the longevity of the sector and anaerobic digestion could be the answer, according to Dairy Farmers of Canada. ...
Monday, February 11, 2013
Biosecurity for Canadian Dairy Farms National Standard ReleasedCANADA - A new biosecurity standard was introduced today that will help dairy producers protect the health of their herds....
Friday, February 01, 2013
Nut and Dairy Go Undeclared on LabellingCANADA – Consumers with nut and dairy allergies are being warned about the consumption of Berry Chocolate Hearts after hazelnuts and milk were found in mislabelled Riverbend Plantation Inc. products....
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Governments Invest $3.4 Million Into Livestock ResearchCANADA - Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart have announced $3.4 million in funding for 23 livestock and forage research projects. ...
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Sector Strengthened by Saskatchewan Forage NetworkCANADA - With the support of the Harper Government, Saskatchewan forage industry members will work together to develop and implement a strategy to improve the sector's competitiveness and to ensure its long-term prosperity....
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Animal Welfare Research Network Joins Prestigious OrganisationsCANADA – New research avenues are possible following the creation of a network between leading animal welfare research and development organisations....
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Fertiliser Effects Being Tackled by Joint ProgrammeCANADA - The Province of Manitoba, the Canadian Fertilizer Institute (CFI) and Keystone Agriculture Producers (KAP) have signed a 4R Nutrient Stewardship memorandum of understanding (MOU) that formalizes a joint commitment to support agriculture production...
Monday, January 14, 2013
Investment in New Technology to Support Cattle IndustryCANADA - An Alberta company will boost the value and use of genomics in the cattle industry with new trait identification tools which are expected to optimise productivity by government ministers. ...
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
Governments Help Ontario Farmers Find Sustainable Water Management SolutionsCANADA - The governments of Canada and Ontario are making a joint investment to help producers adopt innovative and sustainable on-farm water management practices. Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs...
Tuesday, January 08, 2013
Spring Focused Approach Key for Grazing SuccessCANADA - Focusing on establishing good grass coverage in the spring and thinking about a 365 day grazing system is important for cattle enterprises, Jim Gerrish has told Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. ...
Monday, December 24, 2012
Manitoba Farmers Encouraged to Prepare for New Environmental RulesCANADA - The Manitoba Livestock Manure Management Initiative is encouraging Manitoba farmers to be aware of the level of phosphorus entering and leaving their farms in preparation for new environmental rules due to take effect in November 2013....
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