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energy2 days ago•16 min saved

Normandy Solar Canopy Keeps Dairy Cows Grazing Longer in Heat

French solar company TSE installed 5,184 tracking panels 16.4 feet above a 7.4-acre dairy pasture in Souleuvre-en-Bocage, Normandy. During July’s drought, the shaded pasture remained green while the adjacent 14.8-acre open field dried out. Cows under the canopy grazed until noon on hot days, compared to 9:30 a.m. for those in the sun, as heat stress reduced grazing time. The system generates 2.9 MW peak capacity, yielding about 3.59 million kWh annually, enough for 330 homes. Forage under the canopy showed 15–47% higher protein than open fields, though final milk yield data is pending. TSE plans to publish comprehensive forage results in October.

via Autonocion.com|

#agrivoltaics #climate-resilience #dairy-farming

agriculture2 years ago•3 min saved

US Approves Bulk Milk Testing for Bird Flu in Cattle Transport

The USDA has introduced a pilot program allowing bulk milk testing for bird flu in dairy cows before interstate transport, aiming to ease the burden of individual cow testing and reduce virus spread. While the program could help mitigate risks and protect the milk supply, some veterinarians warn that bulk testing may not be sufficient to confirm herds are virus-free. The program requires farms to test negative for three consecutive weeks using bulk tank samples to move cattle without additional testing, with ongoing weekly submissions to maintain status.

via AOL|

#agriculture #bird-flu #cattle-transport

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Footbaths in Farms Linked to Antimicrobial Resistance, Study Finds"

Research from the University of Nottingham has shown that wastewater from copper and zinc footbaths used in dairy farming can cause spikes in antibiotic-resistant bacteria in slurry. The study highlights the need for improved wastewater management practices to mitigate antimicrobial resistance on farms.

via Phys.org|

#antimicrobial-resistance #copper-and-zinc-footbaths #dairy-farming

agricultureanimal-health2 years ago•3 min saved

"ISU Alumni Veterinarians Crack Cattle Sickness Mystery in Ames, Texas"

Veterinarians Dr. Barb Petersen and Dr. Drew Magstadt, both graduates of Iowa State University, collaborated to solve a mysterious illness affecting dairy cattle in multiple herds across several states. After extensive testing, they discovered that the illness was caused by bird flu, a virus previously not known to infect cattle in the U.S. The virus has spread to 28 dairy cattle herds in eight states, posing a significant threat to the livestock industry. The ISU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory played a crucial role in identifying and confirming the virus, highlighting the importance of veterinary research and diagnostic capabilities in safeguarding animal health.

via Des Moines Register|

#agricultureanimal-health #bird-flu #dairy-farming

agriculture2 years ago•3 min saved

"Concerns Rise as Bird Flu Spreads to Dairy Cows in Multiple States"

Minnesota dairy farmers are on high alert as avian influenza, previously affecting birds, is now detected in cattle in several states including Texas, Kansas, and Michigan. The virus is causing cows to become sick and produce less milk, but the USDA assures consumers that pasteurization ensures the safety of the milk supply. While the overall risk to humans remains low, one person has tested positive for the virus after contact with infected dairy cattle in Texas. Dairy farmers are concerned about potential financial and animal health impacts, and are preparing to adapt to this new challenge.

via KSTP|

#agriculture #avian-influenza #cattle

agriculture3 years ago•0 min saved

"Family Legacy Shines as 70th Princess Kay of the Milky Way is Crowned"

Emma Kuball of Waterville, an agriculture major at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, was crowned the 70th Princess Kay of the Milky Way at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. As the official ambassador for Minnesota's dairy farmers, Kuball will educate consumers and students about the benefits of dairy. She will also have her likeness carved into a 90-pound block of butter.

via KSTP|

#agriculture #dairy-ambassador #dairy-farming