by Phoenix Feeds Staff | Jan 15, 2018 | Dairy, Nutrition
It is understandable how proteins—or more specifically amino acids–impact milk production, since they make up a portion of the milk protein fraction. When the supply of amino acids is inadequate, we observe not only lower milk protein yield, but also milk fat yield...
by Phoenix Feeds Staff | Dec 14, 2017 | Environmental Sustainability
At the top of a rise on the Monkton Road in Ferrisburgh, Vermont, the main facilities of Allandra Farm sit at the hub of a patchwork quilt of majestic fields and pastures. At the center of its activity is CEO, Alan Brisson, managing an operation that has grown over...
by Phoenix Feeds Staff | Sep 12, 2017 | Dairy, Farmer Spotlight
“I start at 5 a.m.” “I’m usually here at 5:30.” Chris Lourie and Jeff Grennon are used to early mornings and the 12 to 14 hour workday. As herdsmen for Pleasant Valley Farms in Richford, Vermont, they’re responsible for the health of the dairy’s 3,000 cows. Forget...
by Phoenix Feeds Staff | Aug 14, 2017 | Feed & Forage Management
Layout and design of your feed center can save you more money, or cost you more money, depending on your operation. There are many different ways to build a feed center that will work for you. You have to decide what type best fits your management style. Maybe a fully...
by Phoenix Feeds Staff | Jun 12, 2017 | Dairy
Just like tax season comes around every year, whether we like it or not, it requires preparation and action on our part; heat stress also comes around every year, whether we like it or not—and it too requires preparation and action on our part to help our animals cope...
