New DeLaval Video Series Focuses on the Fundamentals of Cow Longevity

Jan 23, 2020

Bannockburn, Illinois — In recent years, dairy researchers have argued the social and economic benefits of a longer, healthier life for cows. Dairy producers, as well as consumers, are increasingly interested in understanding exactly how improvements to cow environments, health and decision-making tools can positively influence the lifetime productivity of cows.

The 4-part video series DeLaval developed focuses on Cow Comfort, Grooming, Productivity and Water Consumption. Each video is approximately 30-seconds long and offers viewers a quick look at the benefits of each topic.

“Sustainable dairy farming relies on efficiency,” Gavin Strang, Market Development Director for DeLaval North America, said. “Offering an abundant supply of clean, fresh water; providing comfortable resting areas; and giving cows a safe, effective way to groom are all essential to improving the productive lifetime milk yield of cows.”

DeLaval has been at the forefront of cow comfort and longevity for decades. In 2012, the company fortified its commitment when it made Animal Welfare a pillar of its vision to make sustainable milk production possible.

Source : DeLaval

Video: What Does 20 MILLION Hogs a Year Look Like?

?? The Multi-Plant System Processing 20 Million Hogs Annually in the Midwest JBS USA operates multiple large-scale pork processing facilities across the Midwest, including major plants in Iowa, Minnesota, and Indiana. Combined, these facilities have the capacity to process approximately 20 million hogs annually.

Each plant operates high-speed automated slaughter systems capable of processing up to 20,000 head per day, followed by fabrication lines that break carcasses into primals, sub-primals, and case-ready retail products.

Hog procurement is coordinated through electronic marketing platforms that connect regional contract finishing operations and independent producers to plant demand schedules. This digital procurement system allows for steady supply flow and scheduling efficiency across multiple facilities.

Processing plants incorporate comprehensive food safety systems, including pathogen intervention technologies, rapid chilling processes, and integrated cold-chain management. USDA inspection is embedded throughout the harvest and fabrication stages to ensure regulatory compliance and product integrity. Finished pork products — from bulk primals to retail-ready packaged cuts — are distributed through coordinated logistics networks serving domestic and export markets.