Resources Reproduction http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction RSS Feed for Resources Reproduction en-us Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:39:12 GMT How to use genomic testing http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/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. Back to the basics: Factors that influence reproduction http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/Back-to-the-basics-Factors-that-influence-reproduction-204458041.html Here is a simple way to look at four major factors that influence reproductive performance in dairy cows. Do your homework before investing in precision dairy farming http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/Do-your-homework-before-investing-in-precision-dairy-farming-204254641.html Many precision dairy farming technologies exist. A new fact sheet provides questions to think about before you make the investment. New repro webinar series http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/New-repro-webinar-series-204250861.html The Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) announces its first educational webinar, “Five Easy Steps to Better Heifer Reproduction,” will be held May 9. It is part of a series that will feature topics from the DCRC Annual Meeting. Repro webinar coming up http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/Repro-webinar-coming-up-202674071.html "New Tools for Dairy Reproduction Programs" is Monday. AgSource Genetic Selection Guide accelerates herd improvement http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/AgSource-Genetic-Selection-Guide-accelerates-herd-improvement-200934271.html With the availability of sexed semen, genomically proven cows and bulls, and the increased value of beef animals, producers have more choices to make in managing dairy genetics than ever before. DAIReXNET to offer two repro webinars in April http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/DAIReXNET-to-offer-two-repro-webinars-in-April-196278711.html The first webinar, scheduled for Apr. 8, will focus on economic analysis tools for dairy reproduction programs. The second webinar on Apr. 22 will look at new tools for dairy reproduction programs. New website from University of Illinois Dairy Focus Lab http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/New-website-from-University-of-Illinois-Dairy-Focus-Lab-199509811.html The website is intended to serve as a tool for communicating with the dairy industry and the community at large. It will be in English and Spanish. Do you have an attitude of excellence? http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/Do-you-have-an-attitude-of-excellence-198934101.html A new survey shows attention to detail was the most frequently cited management practice of top dairy herds in Kentucky. Here is a look at some of the characteristics and practices that exemplify an attitude of excellence on these farms. Heifer fertility factors http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/Heifer-fertility-factors-198754111.html When it comes to heifer fertility, reproductive experts say to focus your efforts on those factors that you can control through your actions and decision-making.