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Creating opportunities for growth and the next generation
Ontario dairy producers have never been short on ingenuity. As consumer interest in local food continues to grow, some farmers are discovering new opportunities by taking their milk beyond traditional production and into processing, branding and retail sales.
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Driving growth and innovation in Ontario dairy
Increasing dairy processing capacity is essential to supporting industry growth and long-term viability, strengthening food security and ensuring dairy remains a leader in Ontario agriculture.
Turning consumer insight into innovation
When Agropur noticed growing demand for higher-fat milk products among Canadian consumers, particularly within South Asian communities, it saw an opportunity to fill a gap that had long existed in the marketplace.
Dairy modernization: Considerations for the milkhouse
Producers considering a modernization project often focus first on housing, milking systems and labour-saving technologies. However, one area that is frequently overlooked is the milkhouse. While small in size relative to the overall facility, the milkhouse plays a critical role in milk quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, transportation logistics and on-farm biosecurity.
Rootworm resistance: What dairy farmers need to know
Corn rootworm (CRW) has long been one of the most damaging insect pests of corn. For dairy farmers who rely on corn silage, CRW injury can reduce both yield and standability, decreasing forage quality and making harvest more difficult.
