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PRODUCER
Vol. 86 No. 7
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Foundation For Our Future
A compilation of intriguing stories reveal how supply management got started
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EDITOR’SNOTES
Insight into where we have been provides understanding of where we are going
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RESEARCH
Excess heat from biogas digesters can heat your home and provide secondary income
DFOCHAIR’SMESSAGE
Our national supply management system contributes significantly to Canada as a whole
APPLIEDSCIENCE
Reducing dry period length may benefit some of your cows
DAIRYUPDATE
Cheese society support withdrawn ... N.B. joins harmonization ... meet DFO’s newest educators
RUMINATIONS
Following best practices is crucial to keeping your herd productive in warmer weather
NATIONALPOLICY
New iodine testing will ensure milk contains sufficient levels of important nutrient
MARKETS
Market growth expected to increase market sharing quota at provincial levels
DFCPROMOTION
DFC wants to get more consumers using cheese during summer BBQ season
NEW’N’NOTED
New bedding option for dairy cows ... innovative calf hutch ... World Dairy Expo
FARMFINANCE
A well-developed strategic plan can ensure your farm’s profitability for years to come
BACKFORTY
Local veterinarian sends DFO soccer balls to Tanzania to put smiles on childrens’ faces
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of The Milk Producer - July 2010