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Dollars and Sense contributors describe Nutrition & Forages

The rewards of brown midrib varieties are feed-cost savings and higher milk production.

‘A dairy producer should look for a forage testing lab that can provide solutions, not just numbers.’ -- Ralph Ward, Cumberland Valley Analytical Services

Why do cows eat less when they’re hot? Try eating a bowl of Cheerios when you’re breathing 120 times/minute.

Demand from markets in Asia and developing countries is fueling the $100 million expansion.

Cross-vent barns offer more consistent performance, particularly during periods of summer heat stress.

More than 30 dairy foods manufacturers – including some of the largest food companies in the United States – have sent letters to members of the House and Senate opposing supply management.

Imports from key customers were mostly higher in early 2013, led by record purchases from China.

The onus is put back on dairy farmers and processors.

CRI has grown five-fold in financial firepower, from $23 million in assets in 1993 to $116 million in assets last year.