Manager to Manager http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager RSS Feed for Manager to Manager en-us Mon, 13 May 2013 13:01:21 GMT Using herd data for heifer selection http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Using-herd-data-for-heifer-selection-206800861.html Excess heifer inventories and high feed costs are leading many dairies to sell part of their heifer stocks. Penn State University Dairy Extension experts offer advice on strategically making the best heifer-retention and sell-off decisions. Too many stressors http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Too-many-stressors--206801171.html Stressful events in the lives of calves can stack up and cause trouble for their health and productivity. The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association explains the biological process of stress, and how to avoid overloading calves with it. Advice for depositing semen correctly http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Advice-for-depositing-semen-correctly-206801631.html Even the most experienced AI breeders can use refreshers. William Graves, Professor of Dairy Science at the University of Georgia, provides an excellent primer on breeding techniques. Economist: Don’t try to out-guess the market http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Economist-Dont-try-to-out-guess-the-market-200629391.html There are ways to deal with price uncertainty; it can be mitigated with risk-management tools, such as futures and options. It’s the policy aspects, such as ethanol policy and fiscal policy, where the real uncertainty lies. Cool dry cows to boost income potential http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Cool-dry-cows-to-boost-income-potential-205360331.html If cooling dry cows isn’t something you’ve ever considered, it may be an area of untapped economic potential. Here is a look at research that shows the advantages for both the cow and her calf. How to use genomic testing http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/How-to-use-genomic-testing-205201431.html Genomics is a game-changing tool that works best when you are committed to recordkeeping, good management and long-term improvement of your herd’s genetic potential. Heat stress during dry period affects calves, too http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Heat-stress-during-dry-period-affects-calves-too-204830661.html Calves exposed to heat stress before birth have lower birth weights and compromised immunity. Strategies to stamp out stable flies http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Strategies-to-stamp-out-stable-flies-204705021.html Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists are developing improved methods to locate stable fly habitats, finding easier and more efficient ways to control them. Case study: Issues among group-housed calves http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Case-study-Issues-among-group-housed-calves-204650301.html Here are two real-world examples of group housing and feeding systems for calves and a discussion of the challenges in each system. Manage newborn calves for productivity http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/calf-heifer/manager-to-manager/Manage-newborn-calves-for-productivity-204341421.html The first few weeks of a calf's life are pivotal to its productivity. With proper management, you can minimize stressors and pitfalls that jeopardize the health and productivity of your calves.