Dairy cattle carbon efficiency has improved greatly.

Why profitable farms can produce less carbon

Livestock efficiency gains result in more production from fewer animals, which produce less carbon along the way

Increasing production efficiency and profitability are two of many ways the livestock industry can help mitigate climate change, according to a University of Guelph expert on the topic. Dr. Claudia […] Read more

The illustration shows bacteriophages attacking bacteria.

What’s old is new again in bacterial control

Bacteriophages are finding more uses in food processing, but not yet in internal medicine

A virus discovered a century ago could become a powerful weapon against disease and antimicrobial resistance in the livestock industry, according to an expert in the Canadian government. Why it […] Read more


Having multiple ways of measuring data – such as drones, satellite and yield maps — helps to make sure of accuracy.

Turning precision ag data into profits

Some farmers are convinced of the value as long as they have the tools to manage it

Adam DeVisser is a recent convert to using precision agriculture, but he’s practical about its application. “The value is not in computers making decisions for us, but in us making […] Read more








Neil McCutcheon of BDO LLP talks about how milk production is the most important factor for farm profitability.

Optimizing dairy farm returns

The dairy farmer’s mantra: How do I get more milk out of my cows?

Milk production, more than any other factor, drives profitability on a dairy farm, according to Neil McCutcheon. He spoke during Dairy Day at the recent Grey-Bruce Farmers’ Week. Milk production […] Read more