Advice on calf warming boxes
Here is a look at some of the pros and cons of using calf warmers for your newborns.
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Dairy systems planning: Use a team approach
Learn how to put a team together and who should be on that team during a Penn State “Technology Tuesdays” webinar on Jan. 22.
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Online dairy classes begin soon
"Advanced Dairy Nutrition" and "Milk Secretion, Mastitis, and Quality," two courses offered through the University of Illinois, begin Jan. 28.
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When do farmers need energy audits on their farms?
In general, it's a good idea for farmers to look at energy use on their farm every five years and consider opportunities to reduce energy consumption.
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Don't let inconsistent weather jeopardize calf health
Extreme temperature swings make calf raising more challenging. Here are some strategies to help you combat disease outbreaks during weather changes.
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DCHA seeking leadership program applicants
Custom dairy calf and heifer raisers and dairy producers who raise their own calves and heifers are eligible to apply for the 12-month program. Applicants do not need to be a DCHA member to apply.
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Tips for working with a contract heifer raiser
Learn how this father-daughter team builds a good relationship with their custom heifer grower.
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Genomics webinar is Jan. 14
The webinar, hosted by eXtension, will review genomic technology and implementation, comparisons of early genomic predictions to actual daughter proofs, a discussion of inbreeding, and how genomics can be used as a herd management tool.
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Dehorning done right
There are some jobs on the dairy that most people do not enjoy doing.... dehorning cattle probably falls into this category.
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New dairy calf care blog
Dairy calf expert Sam Leadley, PhD, Attica Veterinary Associates, Attica, N.Y., has started a new blog on dairy calf care, Calves with Sam.
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Guard calves against respiratory disease
Respiratory disease is the second-leading cause of death in dairy calves under six months of age. Vaccination, early detection, proper diagnosis and treatment all play an important role in controlling it.
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