Dairy cows on a Canadian farm eating at a feed bunk. Ventilation fans are shown over top of them.

Financial metric focus can lead to different dairy decisions

Top milk production isn’t always the most profitable for a Canadian dairy farm, former veterinarian and current MBA holder says; financial metrics can lead farmers to make different decisions

It’s not always about milk volume. Focusing on dairy farm productivity without proper financial analysis and monitoring could mean less profit, says Chris Church, a veterinarian with an MBA.


Jaylor launched its new 6000 series at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show. Alan Vaage, a nutritionist with Jaylor, says it includes a new all-terrain version.

New Jaylor feed mixer series goes off-road

Jaylor’s 6000 series of total mixed ration mixers also has a lineup for better mobility in mud and snow

Jaylor has added more all-terrain capacity to its total mixed ration mixers for farmers in harsher conditions, including those driving through pastures to feed their cattle.




Cheese stretches off of a pizza slice. Photo: Moncherie/iStock/Getty Images

Plant-based cheese, but more like cheese

New Canadian research has gained insight on how to improve protein content, stretch and spread of plant-based cheese, all areas where cheese from real dairy currently has significant advantages

New Canadian research has gained insight on how to improve protein content, stretch and spread of plant-based cheese, all areas where cheese from real dairy currently has significant advantages.