Milk and returns
Vladimir Mirnenko, LLC "Pottinger Ukraine"
Transformation processes in dairy farming, which in Europe lasted 30-50 years, Ukraine met in ten. In an effort to produce as much milk as possible, you should not forget that the dairy business is primarily a business, but not the pursuit for record yields.
Automatic calves rearing system
Olga Zarytska
As in other farms in SE «RE named afterDecembrists» that is in Poltava, pay great attention to calves rearin. Until recently, the transfer of calves from individual huts in groups ended stressfully for the animals and with disappointment for directors and employees. Now the problem is solved by innovations from abroad.
Spilled water cannot be collected or the Efficiency of water use in the dairy industry
Ruslan Butylo, head of the analytical department of the company «Dykun»
In the nearest future, Earth's population can face one of the biggest challenges in its history - a shortage of drinking water. Already, one in six Earthling is experiencing shortage of fresh water. It is known that considerable volumes of water are used for industrial production, and its wastes pollute sources.
Professional evaluation — the perfect diet
Sergey Swiderski, deputy commercial director of «Phoenix-Agro»
Today, there is a lot of news about the feed ingredients: where it is made, nutritional qualities, test results and more. You can also find lots of tips on how to better use it.
The purer, the more useful
Olga Zaritsky
We continue to discuss the topic of productive longevity of dairy cows. One of the key factors influencing the health, productivity and, consequently, the duration of the use of animals is a quality roughage.
More cheese from milk
Olga Zaritsky
Not surprisingly, the Netherlands is the largest exporter of cheese in the world. Each year, the country produces 650 million. Kg of this product, two thirds of which are partaking in other countries. It is a result of not a dozen years of research and selection. To learn how to produce more cheese from milk, expert from the Netherlands, Consultant CRV Hervin Kerkdayk told at the Dutch milk day, which was held this year.
The Dutch take the case, or Dutch dairy business in Ukraine
Olga Zaritska
Despite the difficult times Ukrainian dairy sector is experiencing, it remains a promising and attractive to foreigners, especially Europeans. Dutch farmers have noticed great opportunity for the development of the dairy business in Ukraine. There is a possibility to implement their knowledge in a popular cause. An example of this was the agricultural firm "Rozvolozhzhya" that is in Kyiv region, including its dairy farm.
Will Georgians taste Ukrainian milk?
Ruslana Butylo
Ukrainian farmers are looking for new markets, which in the future replace Russian market. From 15 to 17 September, 2014 there was a trade mission to Georgia, which was attended by representatives of the agricultural and processing enterprises of Ukraine. Minister of Agriculture and Food Ihor Shvaika headed the delegation. In his speech at the Georgian-Ukrainian business forum, he stressed the need to establish new contacts and expand cooperation. Ministers of both countries signed a protocol. What might be interesting for Ukrainian producers in Georgia? Let us find out.
Lameness and longevity
Olga Zaritsky
Continuing the theme of productive longevity of dairy cows, this time we’ll focus on the floor in the barn. Head of research department of the Swedish Agricultural University (SLU) Professor Christer Bergsten advises what material is best to choose for new farms and to optimize the floor surface in the reconstructed areas. He spoke at an international scientific conference in St. Petersburg in May this year, one of the organizers of which was the company "DeLaval".
Comfort in the stalls and barns
Sergey Fil, Head of milk production technology consulting center ADP
Cow comfort plays an important role in ensuring the health of the herd and getting high yields. The conditions in which the cow is, determine its performance and lifespan. Therefore it is necessary beforehand to prevent stress factors, which may be caused by errors in the planning of the barn, especially the stalla.
