Below are some of the reasons you should be reading this issue of Progressive Dairyman. Watch for this same graphic in upcoming issues for more reasons to read.
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Confused about milk protein concentrates? Find out what they are, how they’re produced and why the FDA needs to make a decision about their use. pg. 28 |
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Learn how refugees adjusted to American life in Boardman, Oregon, with the help of their local dairy community. pg. 18 |
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When transitioning the farm to a new generation, monetary wealth isn’t the only factor to consider. Find out how to also pass on intellectual wealth and family values. pg. 35 |
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Discover how to be a dairy optimist by focusing on the opportunities of today’s industry instead of the challenges. pg. 15 |
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Take a few moments to read about Cargill’s latest development, a non-dairy ingredient used in the production of imitation cheese. Will it impact the U.S. dairy industry? pg. 29 |
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Find out how the international group Global Dairy Farmers is helping China jumpstart their dairy industry and meet the demand for dairy products. pg. 20 |
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Learn the laws of dairy economics and how they dictate how milk is marketed and how dairy policy is made. pg. 12 |
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Are you a “reluctant” or a “willing” risk manager? Find out and then consider delegating or teaming up with someone for risk management responsibilities. pg. 31 |
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Read about an Iowa father-son team who looked over thousands of cows to find the right ones when expanding their operation. pg. 22 |
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Discover your dairy margin outlook and strategize your risk management. Why are these important for your operation? pg. 32 |
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Read Yevet Tenney’s description of Israel’s plight leaving Egypt and what it teaches us about our day. What must we face to find our answers to life’s problems? pg. 54 |
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Look at four areas that will improve the performance of your nutritionist. Why should you have your nutritionist bring in benchmarks from other professionals rather than just his or her own? pg. 37 |
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See the important values to consider when looking for a good hybrid for silage. What seven things should you consider? pg. 49 |
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Find out how macroeconomic signals can trigger appropriate microeconomic responses on a dairy. How do the best business managers get something out of nothing? pg. 41 |
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Discover a new, economical supplemental feed for your livestock. What looks like a chia pet and improves production while using less water than traditional feeds? pg. 43 |
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Read Baxter Black’s meanderings into urban backyard animal husbandry. Why does he think the world is “righting itself again”? pg. 72 |
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See pictures from this year’s World Dairy Expo. Who showed the Jersey Breed Champion? pg. 26 |
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Find out three questions that can keep your heifer nutrition in check. How many pounds of milk do calves need each day? pg. 64 |
