Resources Nutrition http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition RSS Feed for Resources Nutrition en-us Wed, 01 May 2013 14:24:09 GMT Study looks at using herbicides to accelerate forage dry down http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Study-looks-at-using-herbicides-to-accelerate-forage-dry-down-205436881.html Herbicide application increased the drying rate of ryegrass and sorghum without reducing nutritional value, but the researchers do have some cautions. Study looks at mineral excretion by lactating cows http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Study-looks-at-mineral-excretion-by-lactating-cows-205362851.html Accurate estimates of mineral excretion by dairy cows are needed for nutrient management plans. Here is a look at research that shows the importance of knowing the mineral composition of drinking water and assayed mineral concentrations in milk. USDA develops phosphorus management tool http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/USDA-develops-phosphorus-management-tool-204829151.html A tool developed by USDA scientists can help farmers model phosphorus loss in runoff and determine ways to reduce these losses. Watch your carbs http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Watch-your-carbs-204455691.html The California Dairy Newsletter's "ABC’s of Forage Analysis" series continues with a look at nonstructural and nonfibrous carbohydrates. A look at silage fermentation http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/A-look-at-silage-fermentation-204255541.html Proper silage fermentation is critical for minimizing losses in forage dry matter. Review the six phases of the fermentation process here. Is the grass greener? http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Is-the-grass-greener-203472651.html Farms utilize pasture to lessen stored forage demand during the spring and summer months, when quantity may be limited. But, how many producers can say they manage pastures to their fullest potential? Early season forage supplies http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Early-season-forage-supplies-203364391.html What are the different options to increase early forage produced on your operation? Your approach and priorities will depend on whether you need forage for lactating cows, dry cows, growing heifers or bred heifers. Know dry matter when buying or selling feeds http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Know-dry-matter-when-buying-or-selling-feeds-203363931.html Water in feeds dilutes nutrients that have economic value. A new Dairy Issue Briefs article from The Ohio State University can help you price wet feeds more accurately. The 2001 Dairy NRC lives on http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/The-2001-Dairy-NRC-lives-on-203362391.html Many people still use the 2001 National Research Council (NRC) computer model to evaluate dairy cattle diets. Now there is a new version available for download. Want to get better forage quality? http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/nutrition/Want-to-get-better-forage-quality-203170061.html What are the things you need to change in order to improve forage quality or get more forage into the diet, and are you willing to change them?