The goal of the Cost of Production project is to compile relevant data and analytics, from 2019-2021, for the dairy goat industry. The results can be used for producer self-assessment, industry benchmarking, maximizing efficiencies, evaluation of expansion and start-up opportunities, and developing industry strategies. Participating producers will be contacted by MNP to discuss the project and what is to be expected from them. In addition to data collection, participants in this project may be asked to test a benchmarking tool to help refine and improve a COP and Benchmarking tool. Participants will be asked to share: 2019, 2020, and 2021 financial statements 2019, 2020, and 2021 production information Management practices and data Participants in the project will: receive an individual…
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Sign-up for the Producer Information Session on the Ontario Dairy Goat Cost of Production Project
Next Producer Information Session is on July 7, 2021 11:15 am EDT. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) is working with the Ontario dairy goat industry to develop better statistics and information to help move the sector forward. To gather this information, we need your help. The goal of the Ontario Dairy Goat Cost of Production project is to compile relevant data and analytics from 2019-2021. Come and hear about the Ontario Dairy Goat Cost of Production Project. In this information session, OMAFRA and MNP LLP will review how to participate in the project and the outcomes for the project. Questions that will be answered at this session include: how is my data being handled? How much time…
Goat Genetic Improvement Webinar Series – July 2021
Calling all Goat Producers! Genetic improvement is a major contributor to the success and profitability of both dairy and meat goat herds! Genetic selection allows you to increase productivity and improve animal health in your herd by selecting for specific traits. If you are interested in learning more about genetic selection and improvement, then this webinar series is for you! Join the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) for an informational webinar series focused on goat genetic improvement strategies, programs and approaches. Listen to guest speakers from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement, Canadian Goat Society, and discuss strategies for record keeping and genetic selection with fellow producers. Content presented will be applicable…
