Synchronization http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization RSS Feed for Synchronization en-us Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:08:46 GMT Beef synch protocol has potential for dairy cows http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Beef-synch-protocol-has-potential-for-dairy-cows-163670636.html Researchers are looking into how a standard beef timed-A.I. program can benefit dairy cows. Is it a good idea to "cherry pick" cows in a synch protocol? http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Is-it-a-good-idea-to-cherry-pick-cows-in-a-synch-protocol-161899115.html The answer has shifted back and forth over the years, but the latest advice is to adapt your strategy as dictated by herd performance. Synch programs explained http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Synch-programs-explained-159963885.html Here is some helpful advice for understanding and using estrus and ovulation synchronization in the lactating dairy herd. Get help with reproduction protocols http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Get-help-with-reproduction-protocols--152261035.html The Dairy Cow Reproduction Protocol sheet is a two-page document that depicts programs for first AI and resynchronization. New technologies, outreach boost dairy cattle fertility http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/New-technologies-outreach-boost-dairy-cattle-fertility-151912875.html Increasing the reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle by getting the highest possible number of cows pregnant in the same period of time has always been a challenge for the industry. Check out these repro papers http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Check-out-these-repro-papers-142962575.html The papers, from the recent Kentucky Dairy Partners Annual Meeting, are a valuable resource on synchronization programs, timed-A.I., and early pregnancy diagnosis. DCHA tip of the week: Heifer breeding strategies http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/DCHA-tip-of-the-week--138863509.html There are a number of different ways to get heifers bred quicker once they enter the breeding pen. Here are some strategies to consider. DCHA tip of the week: Advice for problem breeders http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/DCHA-tip-of-the-week-Advice-for-problem-breeders-138410719.html There are a number of reasons why some heifers just don't seem to come into heat. One custom heifer grower shares synch strategies that work on his operation. Economics of pregnancy diagnostic tests http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Economics-of-pregnancy-diagnostic-tests-138135443.html One tool producers are using to identify nonpregnant cows earlier is blood pregnancy tests. Learn about the financial impact of these chemical tests in a resynchronization program. Integration of synch programs and estrus detection http://www.dairyherd.com/dairy-resources/reproduction/synchronization/Integration-of-synch-programs-138058598.html Less than 45% of cows are pregnant after the first service, and a significantly smaller percentage are pregnant after the second service. Establishing a robust synchronization protocol is important to ensure that cows are inseminated in a timely manner.