Derek Nolan

“After a typical birth the calf should breathe within 30 seconds of delivery, be capable of lifting its head within 3 minutes, sitting up on its own within 5 minutes, and should be trying to stand after 20 minutes,” says Dr. Geof Smith. “After an hour the calf should be standing.”

Dairy Production

Mating Decisions for Beef x Dairy Crosses Just as Important as Conventional

Six things to keep in mind when considering sire and dam selections in a beef x dairy crossbreeding program.

February 03, 2022 12:58 PM

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Derek Nolan

Real shrinkage can be as high as 20%, which is the total loss from the field to the cow.

Dairy Production

Tips for Transitioning a New Corn Silage Crop into the Diet

Transitioning new corn silage into the diet can impact milk production and cow health. The following are three tips to help make the transition a smooth one.

August 25, 2021 02:38 PM

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Derek Nolan

Cover crops can benefit dairy producers as a forage source for young stock by saving higher quality forages for lactating cows.

Education

Utilizing Cover Crops as a Forage Resource for Heifers

Cover crops can benefit dairy producers as a forage source for young stock by saving higher quality forages for lactating cows.

August 03, 2021 10:41 AM

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Derek Nolan

A slight percentage decrease in shrink can have an impact on profitability.

Education

Plan For a Profitable Fall by Reducing Shrink

A slight percentage decrease in shrink can have a big impact on profitability.

June 15, 2021 01:14 PM

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Derek Nolan