Having the right tools for the job can improve any management scenario. When it comes to raising calves, 5 helpful tools were emphasized at the recent Dairy Calf and Heifer Association Annual Conference.
The FDA has doubled down on its recommendation to consumers to only drink pasteurized milk, in the wake of the current Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak in dairy cattle.
Demand for colostrum is exploding. A recent market estimated the global value of colostrum sold in 2023 was $1.49 billion. That figure is projected to see a compound annual growth rate of 6.5% for the next decade.
The extremely mild winter of 2023-24 created a safe haven for a common pest in northern climates that is now enjoying a feeding frenzy in alfalfa fields.
Euthanasia is a necessary – and hopefully infrequent – decision in livestock production. Experts offer guidance on determining when it is necessary, and the best ways to do it.
