Dairy Production
Here’s what you need to know about hemp as a feed ingredient for cattle.
Here’s what you need to know about hemp as a feed ingredient for cattle.
Although cattle in the United States are not causing an increase in global warming and related climate change, they may become part of the solution.
The incidence of transition-cow diseases has budged little, and these maladies – mastitis, metritis, retained placenta, and poor fertility – continue to make up about 75% of all mature dairy cow diseases.
Is lowering the age at first breeding still on the industry’s genetic wish list?
The dry period is a time to allow a cow to rest and prepare herself for the next lactation. However, the drying off process can be incredibly stressful for the animal.
Twenty-five percent of cows get mastitis every year, regardless of how well they’re managed.
Round-the-clock TMR availability may not be necessary to keep lactating cows on an even plane of digestion.
It is advised to evaluate heifer inventory when managing rising feed costs and calculating feed inventories. Managing heifer inventory can save money on feed, as well as help market females at the right time.
With more milk production occurring on fewer farms and large-scale operations expanding into non-traditional markets, the question remains: Who will be the top dairy states in the next decade?
Optimize the immune system and improve milk yields by helping your cows make more glucose.
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.
More frequently referred to as ‘rough teat ends,’ hyperkeratosis is the production of excess keratin at the end of the teat canal which causes a rough, bacteria-harboring, calloused surface.
While the milking herd is usually given top priority in management efforts, dry cows and springing heifers are arguably the more important groups to protect from heat.
Conservation practices documented on Red Sunset Farm helped play a big role in the Bay restoration efforts, which is one reason why the Graybills were recognized as one of the U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award winners.
Dairy cow numbers in the United States continue to climb, with the national dairy herd currently comprised of about 9.505 million milk cows.
A well-planned calving pen gives producers the opportunity to provide the best treatment for both the cow and the calf. But what goes in to creating the ideal pen? Here are a few things to consider . . .
When utilizing an evaporative cooling system, there are several factors to keep in mind to cool cows correctly and efficiently.
Just because a cow is resting does not mean that she is recovering properly. In order to maximize optimal rest on your facility, analyze these key areas.
Some of the most important decisions dairy farmers make in a year pivot around producing corn silage. This year the discussion also falls on how much inventory to have on hand, especially now with high feed prices.
Mother Nature has been active across the U.S., with a tale of two weather stories unfolding this summer that has greatly impacted dairy farms.
Water is essential. So, understandably, worries are mounting, and farmers are growing frustrated at the federal government for cutting off their main water supply source in Klamath County, Oregon.
While Richard Clauss is one of the dairy industry’s most notable individuals and recently named the 78th recipient of the Master Breeder award of the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA).
Known for its award-winning cheeses and clear mission, Rogue Creamery was recently named the Outstanding Dairy Processing and Manufacturing Sustainability Award winner presented by the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy.
While it’s likely producers will still see a drop in milk production during the summer months, feeding a well-balanced ration with proper amino acid concentrations can be a valuable tool in your heat abatement toolbox.
Emerging technologies have to overcome several barriers for successful product adoption. Not only work better than the current option but also cost effective and simple to implement.
Water is the cheapest, most vital nutrient in dairy cattle diets. Yet cleanliness and availability are often overlooked.
Over the past year, the U.S. dairy herds’ somatic cell count has dropped from 187,000 cells/mL to 178,000 cells/mL.
A highly fatal intestinal disease of adult cows, Hemorrhagic Bowel Syndrome (HBS), draws concerns from dairy producers, veterinarians and nutritionists, as it is also known as the sudden death disease of dairy cattle.
U.S. milk production continues to post gains, a trend that could continue to curb milk prices for producers this year. One economist says a boost in export demand could help offset a portion of the production increase.