Revenue—More Than Milk for the Modern Dairy
How to diversify with alternative profit lines As dairy margins tighten, many producers may consider diversifying their business operations to generate alternative profit lines. The profitability of these ventures may hinge on choosing between competing and complementing diversified businesses. “While milk still accounts for the majority of revenue on dairies, we are seeing more and […]
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Upgrading Dairy Parlors
Upgrading Dairy Parlors Traditional dairy parlors are the roots of the dairy industry. These systems were the backbone of dairy farms for generations, and they were characterized by their simplicity, labor-intensive nature, and a strong connection between the farming family and their animals. A traditional parlor system consists of a long barn with a central […]
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Will Facial Recognition Manage Future Cows?
Will Facial and Video Recognition Manage Tomorrow’s Cows? Technology continues to revolutionize dairying as we know it, offering valuable tools to address labor shortages and improve overall herd management. Most dairy producers are familiar with robotic milkers and herd management systems that use radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags, collars or leg monitors to track individual animal […]
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