Cooling strategies for dairy cattle
During hot weather it's difficult for dairy cows to regulate their body temperature, says Alvaro Garcia, SDSU Extension Dairy Specialist.
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Dairy Nutrition and Management Short-course set for June 3-6
The Dairy Nutrition and Management Short-course is designed to expose nutritionists, allied industry professionals, and veterinarians to the latest research and its application within dairy nutrition and management.
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Purina Animal Nutrition launches Cool Cow app
Purina Animal Nutrition LLC has introduced the Cool Cow app for smart phones.
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Spring and lameness in dairy cows
Lameness is the second highest culling reason in the U.S. behind mastitis. Humid conditions during spring predispose to this problem.
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Five steps to better heifer reproduction
The Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) will host its first educational webinar on May 9.
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Dietary dry matter variation affects lactating dairy cows
Researchers at The Ohio State University determine if rebalancing diets for a short term (1-3 day) change in silage dry matter is necessary.
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The virtues of sand
Sand has been called the gold standard of bedding materials for dairy cows. A new podcast from Purdue Extension discusses why sand makes such an exceptional lying surface for cows.
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Cool dry cows to boost income potential
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.
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Do your homework before investing in precision dairy farming
Many precision dairy farming technologies exist. A new fact sheet provides questions to think about before you make the investment.
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Podcast focuses on evaporative cooling
Have you forgotten the magic of putting water over cows' backs to keep them cool? A recent podcast takes a second look at the benefits of this cooling strategy.
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Help for treating milk fever
A new podcast addresses treatment and prevention options for this economically important fresh-cow health problem.
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