Die oordeelkundige gebruik van chemikalieë op melkplase
Die oordeelkundige gebruik van chemikalieë op melkplase Die Suiwelstandaard-agentskap (SSA) het aan die einde van 2023 ’n webinaar aangebied oor die korrekte gebruik van chemikalieë op melkplase. Die gesprek het teen die agtergrond van die nuwe Globale Geharmoniseerde Stelsel (GHS) vir die klassifikasie en etikettering van chemikalieë plaasgevind. Die aanbieder was dr Gerhard Verdoorn, ‘n kenner op […]
Judicious use of agricultural chemicals on dairy farms
Judicious use of agricultural chemicals on dairy farms During the latter part of 2023, the Dairy Standard Agency (DSA) hosted a webinar on the correct use of agricultural chemicals on dairy farms. The discussion took place against the background of the new Global Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS system). The presenter was […]
Understanding lameness in dairy cattle
The welfare, production loss and health implications of lameness in dairy cattle are well documented. However, there appears to be a general lack of understanding how and why lameness develops. The webinar focused on the anatomical and physiological changes that take place in the hoof that lead to lameness and the various factors that lead […]
Recent developments in the dairy regulatory landscape
The organized dairy industry acknowledges the importance of compliance with the law and related standards (national and international) as it pertains to the dairy value chain. The regulatory landscape relating to milk and other dairy products is of a multi-dimensional nature and involves regulation of product composition, food safety, animal health and welfare, environmental management, […]
Increase your profits with dairy farm animal welfare
A happy cow is a healthy cow, a healthy cow is a productive cow, and a productive cow is a profitable cow! In this webinar, Dr Mark Chimes shares how to improve your dairy production with simple welfare steps that you can implement on your dairy farm. Download the presentation.
Managing flies on dairy farms
Flies are not only a nuisance, but they are also vectors of bacteria and disease. Flies, often dismissed as mere nuisances, pose a far more significant threat than meets the eye. Not only are they an irritant, but they also act as vectors for bacteria and diseases. Nowhere is this threat more apparent than on […]
Consumer Protection Act, Consumer Goods Services Ombud as well as Code
Presentation regarding the impact of the Consumer Protection Act, Consumer Goods Services Ombud as well as Code on the primary and secondary industry. Download the presentation. https://dairystandard.co.za/0224/images/Webinar/Milk%20SA%20-%20Consumer%20Protection%20Act%20(68-2008).mp4
The prudent use of agricultural chemicals on dairy farms
To prevent the hazardous nature of these substances from turning into risks for farmers, their workforce, dairy cows and the environment. Pesticides are regulated by various acts and regulations in South Africa to ensure that these substances will perform as expected to control plant pests and public health pests, weeds and undesired microbes that affect […]
Public Health risks related to consumption of raw milk and raw milk dairy products
Raw milk has a diverse microbial flora which can include pathogens transmissible to humans. The main microbiological hazards associated with raw milk from milking animals can be identified using a decision tree approach, considering the evidence of milk-borne infection and the hazards being present and the impact of potential hazards on human health for example […]
Process of certifying detergents & disinfectants fit for use in dairy industry
The webinar outlines the SABS product certification process as it applies to detergents and disinfectants for use in the dairy industry (SANS 1828 and SANS 1853 respectively). The pre-requisite i.e. formulation assessment and applicable regulatory requirements are also discussed. Download Charles Sibiya – SABS certification of products for the food industry Download Thabo Hlongwane – […]