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Four of Becky and Bill Gordon’s six children wanted to farm on the property near Thedford. Involved at the farm are Michael Gordon, left, Jennifer Gordon, Becky and Bill Gordon, Erin Gordon and Samuel Gordon.
Dairy, Livestock

VIDEO: Gordon dairy expands operation, and family participation

The Gordon family has brought four children into the operation with one new barn

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Four family members were interested in continuing the dairy farm, so the Gordon family had a decision to make. Some dairy farm families work to establish each child with their own farm, and others, like the Gordons, decide to work together in one large facility. Why it matters: Farms continue to fine-tune the workings of […] Read more
Editorial: Moo makes milk – or does it?
News

Editorial: Moo makes milk – or does it?

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A dairy product made via fermentation processes has become the first of its kind to get the green light from Health Canada. It’s not plant-based like other dairy alternatives. It contains a milk protein identical to that produced by dairy cows, and can therefore be considered animal-based even though it was not produced directly by […] Read more
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“Animal-free” milk gets green light in Canada

Company touts synthetic dairy as more environmentally friendly, healthy

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In a news release today, Israeli startup Remilk, which uses the tagline "Real Dairy. No Milk," announced it had received a 'No Objection Letter' from Health Canada. This will "open the door for use of Remilk's protein in a variety of products with the same taste and texture as milk, ice cream, yogurt, cream cheese, and more," the company said.
Some feeds and milk handling can influence the colour and odour of milk.
Dairy

Udder health influences kid mortality, milk quality

A veterinarian reviews its importance and how producers can ensure udders stay healthy

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Udder challenges such as mastitis are ongoing concerns for dairy and meat goat producers.  According to Dr. Rosie Busch from the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, healthy udders ensure proper milk production but can also affect meat goat kid performance. Why it matters: Attention to udder health and milking conditions are critical in assessing […] Read more
Hannah Woodhouse recently won the top student poster award at the International Dairy Federation’s meeting in Chicago. Her work involves free fatty acids in milk.
Dairy, Genetics, Milking equipment, Nutrition

Many factors affect milk frothing problem

Lactation length, milking frequency, prechilling and filter replacement all contribute to higher free fatty acids

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A frothy problem identified by Starbucks baristas in British Columbia does not have a simple solution. Elevated levels of free fatty acids in milk can result in cheese coagulation issues, milk with poor taste and shorter shelf life, and a lack of frothing ability, which is the big concern for coffee chains. Why it matters: […] Read more
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Livestock

Farmgate milk price hike delayed to May

Stakeholders say increase should be postponed amid food inflation concerns

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The farmgate price of milk will go up May 1, 2024, rather than Feb. 1, after a review of the national pricing formula and consultation with stakeholders. The increase will be 1.77 per cent, or about 1.5 cents per litre for milk going into processing plants, the Canadian Dairy Commission said Wednesday. The commission had […] Read more
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Livestock

Hold off on milk price hike, dairy farmers say

Dairy commission to consult again before making annual adjustment

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The process to set the next national price adjustment for Canadian milk will now take an extra week, triggered by stakeholder objections, for a round of consultations — in which the national dairy farmer group plans to call for a delay on any increase. The Canadian Dairy Commission — the Crown corporation managing Canada’s milk […] Read more
“The board is committed to developing a workable plan for effective communication and action during times of emergencies.” – Murray Sherk.
News

DFO acknowledges Christmas milk pickup communication errors at annual meeting

Organization optimistic for future and focused on growing consumption amongst younger generation

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It was “quite a year” for Ontario dairy farmers, Dairy Farmers of Ontario chair Murray Sherk said Jan. 18 in his address to delegates at the organizations’ annual meeting in Toronto. As the industry emerges from the pandemic, supply chains remain challenged and the war in Ukraine and global instability have caused higher fuel and […] Read more
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Livestock, Markets

U.S. brings new Canadian dairy tariff rate quota complaint

'Additional aspects' of Canadian rules now at issue

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U.S. federal trade officials plan a whole other challenge of Canada’s allocations of tariff rate quotas (TRQs) on U.S. dairy imports — on top of a challenge they’re already seeking — saying they’ve now found Canada’s revised policies are problematic in new and different ways. Canada in May published revisions of its TRQ allocation policies […] Read more
Dr. David Kelton said the first-sample results from the bulk tank analysis support calls for an ongoing disease strategy.
Cow health

Bulk tank testing confirms leukosis prevalence on Ontario dairy farms

Second round of sampling expected this fall

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A project aims to provide producers with an accurate assessment of leukosis risk on their farm and provide assurance that the industry can respond quickly to a major disease outbreak. University of Guelph professor David Kelton provided an update on the ongoing program, which is funded by Dairy Farmers of Ontario. The $460,000 initiative, launched […] Read more

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