DCHA conference registration opens soon
The Dairy Calf & Heifer Association is traveling to the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country for its 2013 annual conference in Lancaster, April 4-5.
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Set New Year's resolutions for your dairy
The start of the year is a good time to assess your dairy business and set some goals for the upcoming year.
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Keep an eye on heifer lameness
Leg structure and health in pre-breeding beef and dairy heifers is important, but often does not get much attention.
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Check stored grain for potential problems
A warm spell in January is a good time to check stored grain. The value of the grain stored in a 25,000-bushel bin is about $175,000 at a corn market price of $7 per bushel, $350,000 for soybeans at $14 per bushel and $200,000 for wheat at $8 per bushel.
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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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