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What do successful reproductive programs have in common? (Repro Management)
Every dairy need a good reproductive program, and large dairies are no exception.
Embryonic bovine genetic test on its way (Repro Management)
Looking at the genetic makeup of cattle to determine their value is nothing new. An examination of a small sample of hair or blood can reveal if a calf has a genetic disease that will lower its market price.
Is there a relationship between cow behavior and dystocia? (Repro Management)
A recent study at the University of British Columbia indicates that cows that experienced difficult calvings (dystocia) spent less time at the feed bunk and drank less water the day before calving than herdmates with normal deliveries.
Dry period length impacts reproduction (Repro Management)
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin have found that shortening dry periods has a positive impact on reproduction during the subsequent lactation — at least for older cows.
Genomic proofs hold up (Repro Management, Genetics)
Dairy farmers face a decision these days about how heavily to use young bulls with exceptional genomic proofs in herd-breeding programs.
Confronting cystic ovaries (Repro Management)
Here’s the latest research and advice in dealing with this reproductive challenge.
Sign up now for regional reproductive meetings (Repro Management)
The Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council regional meetings are approaching quickly.
Reproductive seminars offered in Spanish (Repro Management)
Concurrent sessions for Spanish-speaking employees and managers are available at the upcoming Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council meetings.
Autumn 2009 Bull Census available (Genetics)
The “Autumn 2009 AI Bull Census” is now available. It is a list of the “Top” available AI sires ranked on $ value for milk, fat, and protein.
Culling dairy cattle for reproduction (Repro Management)
Dairy producers face difficult decisions every day. One of the toughest is deciding whether to keep and treat, or cull a cow.
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