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Drop of milk is due diligence

10 January 2019

Whether it's bad news or a signal of resounding success, what's possible from a drop of milk is ultimately good for the continued viability of the farm.

Wayne Reynolds, LIC shareholder councillor

Reconfigured PW appeals for simplicity’s sake

05 February 2018

The PW of mastitis-prone cows is likely to drop from February 17, when the index traits in a newly-introduced SCS production value. This article profiles how the re-calculation is being welcomed by an LIC shareholder councillor.

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Making PW more relevant

02 February 2018

Production Worth (PW) is an important part of herd improvement. We thought it was time to take a closer look at the index to ensure it’s relevant for today’s dairy farmers.

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New PW trait gets nod of approval

25 January 2018

Leading farmers endorse inclusion of SCC as part of the new Production Worth (PW) equation

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Somatic cell to be added into cow Production Worth

17 January 2018

MEDIA RELEASE - The equivalent of currency for cows will be updated in February to better reflect the industry’s focus on efficient, high quality milk production.

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