Dairy farming in the 21st century requires business knowledge and technical know-how

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Abstract

Describes measures that have been taken by two dairy farmers, Dannie MacKinnon of Brooklyn and Kent MacDonald of Little Pond, to implement proAction, the Dairy Farmers of Canada's quality milk initative which involves detailed record keeping to ensure accountability and traceability to the public. Mentions challenges faced by Canadian dairy farmers and the effect they've had on the industry on Prince Edward Island. [Part of Agriculture Awareness 2016, a supplement to Island Farmer. Includes a photograph of Dannie MacKinnon.]

Date

2016-10-26

Issue

13

Title	Dairy farming in the 21st century requires business knowledge and technical know-how
Authors	S. MacKenzie
Abstract	Describes measures that have been taken by two dairy farmers, Dannie MacKinnon of Brooklyn and Kent MacDonald of Little Pond, to implement proAction, the Dairy Farmers of Canada's quality milk initative which involves detailed record keeping to ensure accountability and traceability to the public. Mentions challenges faced by Canadian dairy farmers and the effect they've had on the industry on Prince Edward Island. [Part of Agriculture Awareness 2016, a supplement to Island Farmer. Includes a photograph of Dannie MacKinnon.]
Journal	Island farmer
Date	2016-10-26
Volume	43
Issue	13
ISSN	0823-7735