Category: Dairy Farming in Israel

Global Dairy Innovation: Lessons from the Israeli Dairy Industry What is Israeli Dairy Innovation? Israeli Dairy Innovation refers to the technological ecosystem that allows Israel to hold the world record for milk production per cow. It is defined by the integration of collaborative industry data (the “Dairy Book”), desert-climate adaptation technologies, and cooperative resource sharing between kibbutz farms. Core Technologies: The Herd Book: A centralized national database tracking every cow…

When Israel and Iran Built Dairy Success Together A Shared Chapter Worth Remembering It’s easy to believe the world has always been divided. But 60 years ago, Israel and Iran proved the opposite—on a dairy farm. In the early 1960s, these two countries launched a bold partnership. Not for politics. Not for headlines. But to raise stronger herds, fuller milk cans, and smarter farms. That story may be forgotten by…

How to Increase Dairy Farm Profitability: Proven Israeli Strategies for Success In the competitive world of dairy farming, maximizing profitability is crucial. This article explores practical, proven Israeli dairy strategies for how to increase dairy farm profitability, covering areas such as feed efficiency, herd health, and sustainable practices. Implementing these strategies can lead to higher milk yields, lower costs, and improved farm efficiency. Optimized Nutrition Management for Profitability Enhance Feed…

Wheat silage is an essential feed source for livestock. Wheat silage and corn silage are the most common types of silage used for feeding cows for milk production in Israel. A dairy cow’s ration contains a significant amount of wheat silage as its primary roughage source. Since it is only produced once a year, its preparation must be of the highest quality. Making silage: Silage is made by acidifying vegetables…

Dairy farm tour in Israel, a window to the life of Israeli Dairy farmer A dairy farm tour in Israel offers a unique window into the life of an Israeli dairy farmer. These tours are a popular activity for both locals and tourists and provide an opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a dairy farm and the challenges faced by farmers in the region. A dairy farm tour…

Dairy Herd Monitoring. what does it mean? Professionals involved in dairy herd management carry a lot of numbers in their heads, such as feed prices, calf numbers, and milk production per cow. Data is central to dairy management, and we spend a lot of time thinking about it. Dairy herd monitoring is about making it much more efficient to collect all that data and ensure that it works for you….

Israeli dairy industry current market trends  By Ofier Langer The Israeli Dairy School Israeli dairy industry prides itself on being on the cutting edge, which means the industry is constantly evolving. Whether you’re a dairy farmer, a manufacturer interested in the sector, or an investor considering Israeli businesses, here’s an overview of the biggest trends. The Top Companies in the Dairy Industry Israel’s three biggest processors control 92% of the…

World Record Milking Cow Located in Israel What is the world record for milk production in Israel? The world record-breaking milking cow, Kharta, is located at Kibbutz Sa’ad in Israel. She produced a staggering 18,208 liters (4,810 US gal) of milk. The Israeli dairy industry leads the world with an average production of 11,775 liters per cow annually, driven by advanced herd management technology and precision nutrition. The world record-breaking…

The Lowest Dairy in the world is located along the Dead Sea Did you know? The Lowest World dairy farm is the dairy in Kibbutz Kalia in Israel. The farm location is on the northern shore of the famous Dead Sea. The Dairy farm is 423 meters (-423) below sea level! It has many implications. The climate in Kalia dairy is one of the most extremely difficult in Israel. The summer temperatures…

Information about The Israeli Dairy Industry Did you know that Israeli cows have the highest milk production in the world? The average milk yield per Israeli cow is more than 12,000 kg, according to the Israeli Dairy Board, more than what cows are producing anywhere else in the world. This is all in spite of Israel’s unfavorable conditions, including heat, humidity, and restricted resources. This remarkable accomplishment is the result…