Tag: dairy industry
Farm audits – from best practice to sustainability
Webinar discussionThe Dairy Standard Agency (DSA) is an independent, non-profit initiative of Milk SA that works with government, processors, and farmers to promote the...
Growing up strong: Why milk and dairy matter for teenagers
As parents, we're laser-focussed on nutrition for our babies and young children, making sure they get every nutrient necessary for healthy growth. But once...
Brucellosis in dairy cows: Know the enemy
Estimated reading time: 4 minutesBrucellosis is widely regarded as a serious threat to livestock producers in South Africa. While it may not currently command...
Status quo of the dairy regulatory landscape
Estimated reading time: 4 minutesSouth Africa’s regulatory environment relating to dairy encompasses departments that are responsible for laws mandating aspects of the regulatory systems.A...
Use of wood in cheese ripening
Estimated reading time: 4 minutesIn some countries the use of wooden vats or the practice of ripening cheese blocks/loaves on wooden shelves is considered...
Cheesemaking troubleshooting with the guru of cheese
Estimated reading time: 7 minutesThe article was based on a webinar presented by cheese guru, Hans Keller, on behalf of the Dairy Standard Agency...
The basic principles of reproduction management
Estimated reading time: 8 minutesProfitable milk production and the genetic improvement of a dairy herd are directly dependent on effective reproduction management.An effective reproduction...
Fermentation in the cheesemaking process
Estimated reading time: 5 minutesCheese is a naturally fermented dairy product. The cheesemaking process has a reputation of being a complex craft which can...
Judicious use of agricultural chemicals on dairy farms
Estimated reading time: 5 minutesDuring the latter part of 2023, the Dairy Standard Agency (DSA) hosted a webinar on the correct use of agricultural...
A1 versus A2 milk: The position of the organised dairy industry
Estimated reading time: 4 minutesThe difference between A1 and A2 milk is associated with a variation in the protein composition of cow’s milk. Both...
