We have launched the new culture lab last November we also started testing Milk Elisa Johne’s this past April. We have teamed up with USDA and PA Department of Agriculture in this effort.  There will be several options for producers currently on the state program to use their DHI milk sample for their Johne’s test also. Any herd may send samples using their DHI samples on test day for analysis.  There will be more information sent out as it is available pertaining to the state programs.  For specific questions please contact our office or David Griswold @ 717-772-2852. There is a brochure for Culture Lab / Micro Lab and the recent brochure on Johne’s. These both are being sent to all producers.

PCDART meeting are right around the corner!  Check out the event calendar.

The Culture Lab is a new branch of the Microbiology lab.  Samples can be sent to be cultured or they can be tested for Mycoplasma.  Milk, towels, and bedding can all be analyzed.  Milk evaluations can be performed on specific cows, quarters, or bulk tank samples.

January 2007

Passing of the torch- Wanting more time to spend with his family, Jay Mylin has officially stepped down as general manager of Lancaster DHIA and the board has elected Jere High to fill the position of general manager. Jay isn't totally leaving LDHIA, when not spending time with his family, he can be found out on the farm testing herds or at work in his office.

So to Jay, we would like to thank you for the many years of dedication and hard work you have given to company, farmers and employees!

To Jere, welcome to the new position and we look forward to where you may lead the company in the promising future of Lancaster DHIA!

Coming Soon:

Lancaster DHIA is excited to announce that we will be opening a culture lab as a extension of the exciting Microbiology Lab. We expect to have it up and running sometime in February. Please check back for more details and if you have any questions regarding the new lab please call or email Janice.

August 2006

Welcome Darvin Stoner!

Lancaster DHIA would like to introduce you to the new lab manager, Darvin Stoner. Darvin comes to LDHIA with a strong Agricultural background. Darvin grew up on a dairy farm in Lititz, PA and his previous job skills include: Bred cows as a coordinator for Genex for 41/2 years, was a nutritionist with Renaissance Nutrition for 1 year and he also helps out on his relatives dairy farm from time to time. Darvin lives near Manheim with his wife Angie and 2 children Conrad and Ciara. On your next visit to Lancaster DHIA make sure to say hello to Darvin if you haven't met him yet.

Past News:

December '05 || November '05 || September '05