Progressive Dairy
Hydrogen as a way of profiting from manure
While renewable natural gas is an essential tool for reducing emissions and increasing profitability for many farmers, it is not suitable or possible in some circumstances. Advancements in hydrogen production technology have led to a new low-carbon solution for biogas use.
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Developing a productive, sustainable life for dairy cows
In order to become more economical and sustainable, dairies should focus on increasing the productive life of their animals. This also meets consumer demands for transparency and animal care.
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How to ensure the highest milk quality and standards
Ensuring the highest milk quality and standards in a dairy operation involves a multifaceted and comprehensive approach with consideration for the various components of the milking system.
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On-farm training to treat lame cows: Identifying lameness on the modern dairy farm
Paying close attention to cows’ behavioral patterns and keeping track of cows that had mastitis are ways to find cows in the early stages of lameness.
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Third dairy farmworker diagnosed with H5N1; more herd status testing options available
The USDA received an additional $824 million in emergency funding and announced a pilot program to offer bulk milk testing prior to interstate animal movement.
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April DMC margin is $9.60 per cwt
The feed market was strong in April, but milk prices held on to end the month with a $9.60 per hundredweight (cwt) income over feed cost margin. This is the second time in 2024 that indemnity payments are not triggered through the Dairy Margin Coverage program.
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