Lait’Xpress Newsletter – September special AGM Edition

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September 17th 2026
Lait’Xpress Newsletter – September special AGM Edition

Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders on October 30: Registration Is Now Open!

2025-2026 Activity Report, presentations of three new research projects, and a networking lunch: Join our Annual General Meeting to learn about our achievements over the past year.

Join us on October 30 at the Saint-Hyacinthe Convention Centre.

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NEWS FROM THE RESEARCH

Dive into this research project led by Rachel Gervais’s team, which connects animal nutrition, dairy processing, and the quality of processed dairy products.

Last August, several media outlets reported on the effects of heat stress on cow health and production performance. Did you know that Novalait currently supports a research chair focused on reducing the negative effects of heat stress? Learn more about the Research Chair in Environmental Engineering of Dairy Barns, led by Sébastien Fournel.

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THE NEXT GENERATION IN ACTION

What if cow feeding practices and milking methods could influence not only milk composition, but also butter texture? This question guided the multidisciplinary research conducted by Myriam Landry, who recently completed a PhD in Animal Science at Université Laval.

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The success of the large-scale Living Lab – Carboneutral milk initiative relies on the ongoing commitment of rigorous, curious, and dedicated individuals. In this profile, meet Mohamed Taher Khechine, a doctoral student at Université Laval, who supports dairy farms in adopting sustainable agricultural practices.

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DISCOVER WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE DAIRY COMMUNITY

The Producteurs de lait du Québec, Novalait, and Lactanet invite you to a day dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from dairy production. This event is an opportunity to discover research results from the Living Lab – Net-Zero Dairy project and Méthane Québec. Virtual attendance spots are still available.

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From September 25 to 27, the CILQ Congress heads to the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. For students and emerging researchers, this event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the dairy industry through presentations on sector challenges, the Dairy Innovation Challenge on brining, visits to Ferme du Fjord and Fromagerie Médard, and valuable networking opportunities with industry professionals.

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On October 20, Novalait will present two contributions at this flagship knowledge-transfer event for dairy production in Québec:

  • A presentation by Rachel Gervais (Université Laval) on enhancing the value of whey permeate on dairy farms.
  • A video capsule from the Living Lab – Net-Zero Dairy project showcasing a co-development approach implemented by producers, regional partners, and researchers.

Take this opportunity to meet the students who will be presenting their research posters.

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The annual Op+lait gathering offers a unique opportunity to discover research results produced by the consortium through student presentations and talks from leading researchers. It is an event not to be missed if you want to expand your knowledge and build connections with stakeholders across the sector.

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