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Repenser la durabilité des produits laitiers

Sustainability is at the forefront of many conversations, especially in agriculture. While dairy contributes only 2% of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, the industry’s scale is significant. If the U.S. dairy industry were a country, it would rank 49th globally in emissions.

This reality calls for a shift in how we approach dairy production, even if that means rethinking traditional practices. AgSource recently hosted a webinar with Dr. Kirby Krogstad from The Ohio State University to explore how optimizing dairy nutrition can enhance sustainability and profitability.

Check out these key takeaways

Optimize Nutrition Strategies

Quality feed is the foundation of a successful dairy operation. Dr. Kirby Krogstad suggests that reevaluating the use of starch, fat, and fiber in dairy rations, as well as the use of additives could reduce methane emissions while boosting your return on investment.

Maximize the Tools at Your Disposal

Use your resources. Analyzing a cow’s milk can help refine herd management and optimize nutritional strategies. AgSource’s RuminINSIGHT report offers an in-depth analysis of milk fatty acid composition, providing early insights into your herd’s rumen health and diet effectiveness – often before any issues are visibly apparent.

Dig Into the Data and Stay Informed

Sustainable and economic farming requires nb bn a commitment to ongoing learning and continuous improvement. Stay open-minded to new approaches and ask tough questions to identify the best opportunities for your dairy to operate more efficiently. Weigh the tradeoffs – will a change deliver a solid return on investment?

Check out the whole discussion here: Managing Methane Through Nutrition webinar