Dairy Farming Articles
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Dairy Farm Installations - Case Study
A 10’ x 60’ (3m x 18m) BioReactor was installed 2009 at a 1700 cow dairy farm. The BioReactor is composting dewatered dairy manure. The retention time is 4 days and there is no stabilization period. The compost is used for bedding the herd and soil restoration. ...
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Role of Colloid Mills in Crafting Cocoa Paste
In the world of chocolate production, the journey from cocoa bean to the velvety texture of a chocolate bar involves several crucial steps. One of the key processes in this journey is the grinding of cocoa beans to create a smooth and homogeneous cocoa paste. To achieve this, the colloid mill emerges as a star player, revolutionizing the way cocoa is transformed from a humble bean to a luscious, ...
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Worst Water Weeds #5: Water Chestnut
With this article, we get back to exploring invasive exotic species, and this time it’s the water chestnut or water caltrop (Trapa natans), not to be confused with the Chinese water chestnut (Eleocharis dulcis) that you can buy in cans in grocery stores and used in Western-style Chinese food. The water chestnut is a floating annual aquatic plant native to the warm temperate areas of Eurasia ...
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Worst Water Weeds #3: Duckweed
Duckweed makes our list of worst water weeds because it can be a huge nuisance to ponds and other still water bodies. There are many different species of this flowering floating aquatic plant, most of which are native, but at least one of which is exotic. What they all have in common, however, is that with the right conditions, they can become incredibly invasive and wreak havoc on other native ...
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Enhancing Dairy Farm Efficiency with Manure Separators
Dairy farming is not only a crucial part of our food industry but also a significant contributor to agriculture's environmental challenges. Managing dairy waste, especially manure, is a pressing issue that has wide-reaching implications for both the farming community and the environment. In this blog post, we will delve into the importance of manure management in dairy farms and explore the ...
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What Are the Benefits of a Screw Type Juice Extractor?
Screw-type juice extractors have gained popularity in recent years due to their numerous benefits and advantages over other types of juicers like centrifugal ones. These machines work on a different principle, which makes them highly efficient and versatile for extracting juice from various fruits and vegetables. In this article, we will explore the benefits of a screw-type juice extractor and ...
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All-Natural KMI Zeolite for Animal Feed, Dairy & Compost
Feed Additive Zeolite is used widely by livestock farmers as an animal feed additive for beef cattle, dairy Cows, Swine, poultry (broilers & egg production), and sheep. Since Zeolite is the World’s only naturally occurring, negatively charged, mineral a great number of benefits in the feed process can result from the basic chemistry of the zeolite as an animal feed additive. Many ...
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Zeolite and Mycotoxins: Aflatoxin Detoxication of Animal Feed by KMI Zeolite
General statement: Zeolites are crystalline, hydrated aluminosilicates of alkali and alkaline earth cations which possess three-dimensional crystal structures. They have the ability to lose and gain water reversibly, to adsorb molecules of appropriate cross-sectional diameter and to exchange their constituent cations (NH4+, Na+, K+, Ca2+ ). In a structural standpoint, clinoptilolite like zeolite ...
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What gas mix is right for our modified atmosphere package?
We get this question frequently, especially for companies new to modified atmosphere packaging. While it’s impossible to give specific product advice, we can at least lay out some of the variables to keep in mind. In many cases, the gas mix will differ based on 1) the product in question, 2) whether or not the item is for bulk shipment or storage, or for retail sale, and 3) whether the ...
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Milk pH Level: Everything You Need to Know
Learn all about the milk pH level and its importance for dairy products. Explore the factors affecting milk pH, its impact on quality, and more. Find answers to FAQs about milk pH. Introduction Milk, a staple in many diets, is not just a simple beverage. Its composition is a complex mix of various elements, each playing a significant role in its quality and nutritional value. One such crucial ...
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Radar Level Meter in the Dairy Processing Industry
In the dairy processing industry, accurate and reliable level measurement is crucial for ensuring efficient and safe operations. One technology that has proven to be effective in this regard is radar-level metering.Radar level meters use electromagnetic waves to measure the level of liquid or solid materials in tanks or vessels. They are non-contact devices, which means that they do not come into ...
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Unlocking the Potential: Insects as Key Players in Future Food and Feed Systems
Insect Cultivation: Transforming Waste into Valuable Resources for a Sustainable Circular Economy Insects offer a fascinating opportunity to transform otherwise unused matter into valuable materials, such as proteins and fats. By doing so, they play a vital role in a circular economy, upcycling waste into resources that hold significant value for the feed, food, and agricultural ...
By BESTMIX
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Using Biotechnology In Food Production
How Are Bioreactors Used In The Food and Beverage Industry?Bioreactors offer a wide array of benefits in food and beverage production. With the ability to control environmental factors such as temperature, pH, oxygen concentration, and nutrient supply, these versatile devices are ideal for the production of various food and beverage products. They have the potential to enhance the nutritional ...
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Old Friend, New Face - Case Study
I n July, 2012, Door County Cooperative, Sturgeon Bay, WI, needed to replace the 3,000 bph grain dryer at its Shirley Feed Mill at De Pere, WI. Dairy customers needed feed, and an above average corn harvest was ready to be harvested in ...
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How do you learn to calculate feed?
Nowadays, anyone starting out in feed calculation often does not know where to begin to ensure a good feed is formulated. There are thousands of sources both in literature and on the internet which give advice and recommendations about countless important nutrients and pollutants. What to do as a beginner? To evaluate rations or mixes correctly, you first need to have a very sound knowledge ...
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Case Study: Dairy Plant minimizes product loss with online COD, cream and protein monitoring
Reducing product loss and limiting COD discharge to the municipal sewer system were key goals for a dairy manufacturing plant. The facility looked to Real Tech to help achieve these goals, installing an industrial grade, real-time BOD/COD probe on the effluent of their production plant. The wastewater probe delivered reliable and continuous COD, cream and protein data, in addition to event ...
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The new alternative to footbaths for cows: disinfection mats
Introducing One of the most important factors contributing to the health and welfare of cows is the quality of their claw care. The most effective way to improve cow claw health is to use a disinfection mat. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of a cow disinfection mat and explain how it works so that you can prevent Mortellaro and hoof inflammation in your dairy cattle. ...
By Watter B.V.
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What are the Different Types Of Cattle Feed?
There are many types of cattle feed available. All of them provide energy and protein as well as other vital nutrients. There are three main types of cattle feed: cattle cubes and pelleted cattle food. Cattle Cubes Cattle cubes can help maintain your herd's weight and condition. They are specially formulated to provide fair and low-quality fodder. Cattle cubes are rich in vitamins, minerals, ...
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Why Modern Farm Management Is The Solution to Sustainability
With eight billion people currently existing on our planet and a population predicted to continue to grow into the future, we no longer have the luxury of unlimited, untapped natural resources. Therefore sustainability, or the idea of maintaining the resources we do have so we have them in the future, has become integral to the future survival of human beings. When it comes to sustainable ...
By AGRIVI
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Goat Farming - Impacting Livelihoods
Goat Farming – Impacting LivelihoodsGoat farmers could earn 250-300% higher incomes from goat rearing only by adopting scientific norms of goat management and potentially higher by improving herd size and engaging in goat rearing as an enterprise by rural households.Continued innovation is needed for better technology acceptance by all stakeholders. ...
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