Dairy Herd
Veterinarians and their staffs have a higher suicide rate than the general population. “Not One More Vet” is an organization dedicated to reversing that disturbing statistic.
While three generations of Chittenden’s never asked to be in this AJCA leadership role, they stepped up to serve when asked by fellow Jersey breeders and industry leaders. It’s just what they do, step up and serve.
Precigen enters into agreement to sell wholly-owned subsidiary Trans Ova Genetics to URUS for $170 million in upfront cash and up to $10 million earn-out over two years; close expected in Q3 2022.
Trent Dado’s phone rang nonstop yesterday with the consistent question, “Is now the time to buy?” The Independent Dairy Nutritionist and Management Consultant says the short answer is, “Probably, yes.”
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has partnered with the Idaho State Department of Agriculture and the agricultural industry to offer CAFO grants through a new program that pays for improvements.
Consumers who are battling soaring food prices try to stretch their grocery budgets.
Ohio’s largest fluid milk plant, Tamarack Farms Dairy, will undergo a major expansion in the coming months thanks to a $70 million investment provided by the Kroger Co., America’s largest grocer.
Providing assistance too early during stage II labor may result in an increased risk of metritis.
If feed isn’t mixed and fed properly, balancing rations to the nth decimal point doesn’t really matter.
The cause traces back to basic cow physiology, milk production and feed intake.
The most powerful move you’ll make is moving from the commander to the coach.
If a cow is experiencing lameness prior to dry off, she may be more likely to incur a rough transition back into the milking herd.
Through hard work and chasing a goal, the Blase family farm illustrates how farms of any size can capture revenue by sharing their farm experience directly with the consumer.
Dairy consumption in the South American country is still only half of what it was in 2008
July milk gained 22 cents to $22.65/cwt. August moved 6 cents higher to $23.14/cwt. September milk settled at $23.57/cwt. Class IV milk prices were slightly lower.
As the thermometer starts to creep its way into the upper 80s, 90s or even the 100°F mark, nobody wants to put in physical work during the hottest part of the day - cows included.
Butter softened a half cent to $2.91/lb, barrels lost a half cent to $2.1425/lb, and nonfat dry milk declined a penny to $1.78/lb.
While milk prices across the country might be high, milk production has slid lower for the fifth consecutive month in 2022.
A transition back to rubber boots will be soon coming for Julia Nunes as she is just about ready to finish up her service as the 73rd and 74th Alice in Dairyland.
Centered around, “A sustainable, profitable and enjoyable future in farming,” Lely invested $23 million to support its long-term vision. Recently it held a grand opening of its new state-of-the-art business complex.
Paying attention to feed-bunk behaviors can alert dairy producers to issues with diet, feed management or delivery that impact health and performance.
In 2021 the USDA reported the state with the largest milk production growth by percentage in the nation was South Dakota.
As energy prices climb, some farmers are feeling the sting of high electric bills.
How can we find, train, motivate and keep the best workers to manage our cows?
The time of consistent heat stress is upon us. Heat-stressed cows produce less milk, have reduced fertility, and have higher SCC. Providing proper heat abatement can have both an economic and welfare impact on the farm.
While many alternatives to palpation have evolved over the years, a quick, convenient, on-farm pregnancy test kit has remained elusive...until now.
Paying the bills while looking good sums up the herd of Keightley-Core Jersey in Kentucky. Their show winning record and high production makes it no surprise that Jeff and Alta Mae Core have been named Master Breeder.
This past March marked the highest ever U.S. monthly average milk price at $25.90 per cwt. But since that time dairy has been on the downswing.
Optimistic and happy-go-lucky, Alex Peterson has held many roles—college student, intern, dairy farmer, and his most recent, National Dairy Board chairman. His passion for everything dairy could fill a barn.
How you prepare cows for heat stress and the adjustments made to management and feeding practices can help your herd successfully navigate this challenging time period.