Animal Welfare
ENSO-neutral means conditions could be close to average, but Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien’s principal atmospheric scientist, says that doesn’t mean the weather will be normal this spring and summer with growing concerns about drought.
Think dairy image even when harvesting, storing and feeding.
The Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) has analyzed the Pew Commission on Industrial Farm Animal Production’s report “Putting Meat on the Table: Industrial Farm Animal Production in America” as well as the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) response to the report. After a review by FASS’ Scientific Advisory Committees, FASS agrees with AVMA that there are significant flaws in the Pew report.
Novus International, Inc., is introducing an innovative program to help dairy producers enhance the comfort and well-being of their herds
New York dairy program has met or exceeded all of PAACO’s minimum standards
Good review and refresher for every dairy producer and dairy employee who administers antibiotics to cattle.
The dairy industry was addressing global warming long before that was cool. We’re producing 59% more milk with 64% fewer cows than in 1944. We use 77% less feed, 65% less water, 90% less land, produce 76% less manure and have a 63% smaller carbon footprint per gallon of milk produced than we did 66 years ago.
The goal of the 2015 transportation symposium was to provide clarity regarding cattle well-being, research, the current state of the industry, and the future of cattle transportation in North America. To that end,
If seasonally calved and housed outside year round, HoJos will produce 6% fewer greenhouse gases.
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.'s (DFA) board of directors and management are taking a series of proactive steps to emphasize its commitment to proper treatment of animals.
Do neighbors grumble about your farming practices when you’re out of earshot? Those who had a chance to anonymously register their complaints recently in a New York State survey didn’t—much.
California processors require dairies to evaluate animal well-being.
Myth: Farmers and ranchers leave their cattle to fend for themselves in frigid winter conditions, such as the polar vortex. The Facts: Winter is tough on all of us - every living thing is struggling to stay w
The bio-engineered herd of dairy cattle produces more “human-like” milk that has 20% more milk fat and several key proteins.
The piece demonstrates the vital role dairies play in Pennsylvania’s rural communities
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Citizens’ Board voted unanimously yesterday to pull the permit of Excel Dairy, Thief River Falls, Minn.
Nearly 50% of U.S. milk supply now under FARM umbrella.
The video also serves as a library of facts that dairy farmers can reference in talking to consumers about the dairy industry.
The finger pointing and blame for antimicrobial resistance need to end. The time has come to work together, say these scientists.
The mobile app features an easy to use heat stress calculator for inputting the current temperature and humidity readings.
Grants up to $5,000 are available to farmers in the Animal Welfare Approved program.
To maintain and improve animal welfare in poultry facilities, Tyson Foods has started using remote video auditing systems.
Best practices from 25 pilot projects across the U.S., the European Union and Russia will be studied.
Purdue researchers have delivered data to the EPA on a two-year National Air Emissions Monitoring Study on livestock farms.
Recent trials prove Cargill’s proprietary feeding solutions help dairy cows better endure stress while dealing with their heat load.
Final Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit speakers offer proven tactics and advice to attendees on transparency and crisis management.