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EDITOR’SNOTES
Census forms can help us make sound decisions about our industry’s future
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RESEARCH
National study is underway to develop a tool to improve cow comfort
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DFOCHAIR’SMESSAGE
Traditions sometimes change, but the principle behind grassroots meetings remains the same
APPLIEDSCIENCE
New on-farm culturing system lets producers identify mastitis bacteria
DAIRYUPDATE
Grassroots views sought ... Buyer beware ... Dairy farm income may rise ... CQM rollout
RUMINATIONS
Putting your cows out on grass means changing your management to maintain production
INDUSTRYROUNDUP
Longtime Jersey Canada executive secretary recognized for his achievements
CALFREARING
Follow these simple tips to get your calves off to a healthy start
DFCPROMOTION
DFC’s popular Canadian milk branding campaign is again in full swing this spring
MARKETS
Continued strong market growth spurs one per cent quota increase
COVERSTORY
How six successful women are helping shape dairy industry’s future
NEW’N’NOTED Vertical Mixer helps you keep feed costs under control ... Farm products awarded for design BACKFORTY
Bovine colostrum may help protect athletes from certain ailments that can affect performance
PRODUCERPROFILE
Hall of Fame dairy producer’s on-farm innovations led to fulfilling leadership roles
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of The Milk Producer - April 2011