Equipment
Dairy producers can implement precision feeding without increasing costs by utilizing technologies such as cattle management software, genetic testing and microdosing machines, which enhance efficiency, provide better data insights and offer clear return-on-investment without altering cash flow.
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10 factors to consider before buying a spray drone
Spraying crops with a drone could be a smart investment for your operation. Consider the different uses, efficiency and efficacy, durability, user compatibility, stability of equipment, maintenance required, customer service offered, licensing required and more before purchasing.
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Benchmarking the nutritional strategies used on Canadian automated milking farms
A recent study of Canadian farms using automated milking demonstrated high variability in the nutritional strategies utilized on those farms. Regardless of strategy, the higher average robot milking visit frequency on those farms was associated with greater milk production.
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Maintenance tips to keep equipment running properly
Proactive steps to prevent fatigue can increase worker safety when working on or around farm equipment, in addition to following the manufacturer’s guidelines for specific maintenance requirements.
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Winter-proof your farm tires: Essential tips for the cold season
Adequate storage, maintenance and care are crucial to making tires last when temperatures drop.
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What is a spray drone and how is it changing modern farming?
An in-depth look at application drones – what they are, what they do and what you need to know before operating one on your farm.
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Alberta rancher develops compostable net wrap for round bales
An area of frustration sparked an idea for Austin Ruud, who has developed a new net wrapping for round bales.
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Have an appreciation for depreciation
Understanding the methods of calculating depreciation can aid in making investment decisions.
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Advantages of herd management software
Herd management software helps farmers set and achieve goals, stay organized and meet performance needs efficiently through easy data entry, practical analysis tools, a user-friendly interface and excellent support.
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Dairy farming 2.0: Milking the potential of artificial intelligence
The integration of AI into dairy farming offers significant opportunities for improved efficiency and early disease detection, though it requires careful consideration of factors like learning curves, sustainability, data privacy and dealing with false-positive alerts.
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