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Where your DHI
results come from
If your farm is located in:
Ontario: Guelph Lab
Manitoba: MFC Testing
Saskatchewan: Central Milk
Testing Lab
Alberta: Central Milk Testing Lab
British Columbia: Pacific Milk
Analysis Lab
Exceptions
Johnes, Leukosis and Staph-ID tests are performed in the Guelph Lab only, at this time.
Each of the above labs is fully accredited by Standards Council of Canada for the testing services they offer.
For more information and details specific to your report, please contact the appropriate Lab Manager.
Lab Services - Component Analysis
Individual cow milk samples can be analysed on a per-test basis for Fat, Protein, and Somatic Cell Count (SCC), as well as Milk Urea Nitrogen (MUN), Johne's, Leukosis and Mastitis. Results are returned to the producer directly from the lab, or faxed to your vet's office or other source.
Lab Forms for Non-DHI Herds:Ontario: Fat, Protein, SCC, MUN
Alberta and Saskatchewan: Fat, Protein, SCC, MUN
British Columbia: Fat, Protein, SCC, MUN
Ontario and all Western Provinces: Johne's, Leukosis, Mastitis 3
Somatic Cell Count (SCC)
Individual cows are analysed for SCC levels. The report also lists the individual cow linear score and summarizes results on a herd trend basis. For an additional fee, members may have a copy of this report sent directly to their herd veterinarian.
Milk Urea Nitrogen (MUN)
MUN analysis involves measuring urea levels in milk which is a useful tool for managing and optimizing a feeding program.
Forage and Soil Analysis (Ontario Only)
Forage and soil analysis can be arranged via the established DHI courier network with Agri-Food Labs in Guelph.
For more information on this or other CanWest DHI products and services, please call our Customer Service Desk, toll free at 1-800-549-4373.
Accredited Testing Status and Test Methods
For information on measurement uncertainty data associated with testing, please contact Deb van de Water at 519.824.7547.