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PBI Systems: Parlor Systems That Work For You
PBI Systems: Parlor Systems That Work For You By Steve Weisman Located outside Portales, New Mexico, PBI Parlor Systems is a leading manufacturer of milking stalls and parlor equipment used by dairies around the world. PBI played a key role in the development of the modern parallel stall. The company’s goal has always been to […]
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Bulk Tank Milk Testing: Microbial Measures
Bulk Tank Milk Testing: What Every Producer Should Know About Microbial Measures By Nicole Martin, PhD Bulk tank milk samples are collected at every milk pickup or direct load. These samples serve several purposes, including determining producer payments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and calculating quality premiums. Every sample must undergo a Standard Plate Count (SPC) for […]
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Raising Dairy Goats Organically
Raising Dairy Goats Organically By Larry Tranel, Dairy Field Specialist, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy goat milk is valued for its reported benefits in nutrition, skin care, and other applications. As consumer interest continues to grow, the organic dairy goat industry is expanding in many regions. However, organic goat milk production is still […]
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Mycotoxins in Feed
Mycotoxins in Feed By Heather Smith Thomas Mycotoxins are toxic fungal metabolites produced by molds such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Penicillium. They commonly develop in moldy, poorly stored, or drought-stressed feedstuffs, particularly corn, silage, and grains. The presence of mold does not necessarily mean mycotoxins are present, but it does indicate that conditions are favorable […]
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