Nutrition

Three things you must know about starch

05/16/2012 5:44:29 AM

Starch content in a ration can be evaluated in three different ways: crude starch, fecal starch or rumen degradable starch. ... Full story.

Manage corn silage starch digestibility

05/15/2012 6:24:02 AM

Routinely test your corn silage to account for changes in starch digestibility. What you're feeding today is not what you were feeding last fall. ... Full story.

Watch grazing systems closely

05/10/2012 6:16:05 AM

Management is critical to effectively manage early-season forage growth. ... Full story.

Water on pastures: Does it pay?

05/08/2012 2:41:28 PM

Labor and cost spent getting water into each paddock may pay for itself quicker than almost any other management practice on the farm. ... Full story.

Storing large round bales

05/07/2012 9:06:57 PM

Research has shown that storage losses in large round bales stored outside and unprotected can be far greater than hay producers realize. ... Full story.

Study examines mixer effect of diets with distillers grains

05/07/2012 5:50:36 AM

Diet affects milk fat yield and concentration. Research shows that the type of mixer used also has an impact, especially when increasing levels of distillers grains are fed. ... Full story.

Should you harvest drier corn silage?

05/04/2012 12:06:59 PM

It can be a good way to increase corn silage starch content and save on purchased corn, but be aware of the risks if you go too far. ... Full story.

Grazing time is here

05/04/2012 6:10:49 AM

Take advantage of lush, green pasture growth while you can. With a new season the key is pasture management. ... Full story.

Check out these teaching materials

05/03/2012 6:14:43 AM

Modules are available to help you train and improve the skills of dairy workers in six subject areas. The materials include both English and Spanish versions. ... Full story.

Advice on harvesting high-moisture corn

05/02/2012 3:45:34 PM

Moisture testing is key to putting up a product that is not too wet or too dry. ... Full story.

Enhance repro performance with EFAs

05/03/2012 5:39:56 AM

Dairies committed to reproductive excellence know nutrition is a key driver of reproductive success. A sound nutrition program helps promote a healthy uterus during and after calving and enables cows to perform at their best. ... Full story.

Water: The most important nutrient

04/24/2012 9:01:14 PM

Don't overlook the importance of an abundant, high-quality water supply for lactating cows. Here are some watering space guidelines shared at the 2012 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference. ... Full story.

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