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If you asked most people what the round bales they baled or bought weighed they would probably tell you a number between 1,000 and 1,200 pounds. Why? Because that’s what the guy that sold them the bale or the baler sa
Aggressively consuming dry feeds is the gateway to healthy weaning for young dairy calves.
Detecting respiratory disease in calves early – when treatment is most effective – should start by examining the head and facial features, according to veterinarian Tiago Tomazi with Merck Animal Health.
University of Wisconsin animal welfare researcher Sarah Adcock addresses several considerations when using caustic paste to complete disbudding, as well as some drawbacks that could be improved upon.
Without proper cleaning and sanitation of feeding equipment, disease and illness can quickly spread among calves.
An unexpected conversation with an Iowa dairy farmer at a Super Bowl event left a lasting impression, reminding one industry leader that some of life’s greatest lessons come from the people behind the farm.
Even on dairy farms with relatively low antimicrobial use, tetracycline resistance genes remain common. Historical exposure, environmental reservoirs and differences among cattle groups may all contribute to a more complicated picture of antimicrobial resistance.
For beef-on-dairy calves, weaning is more than the removal of milk. It is the first commercial test of the feeding program, and the results should be measured beyond weaning day.
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Winter calf care goes beyond adding a layer. Is your calf program ready for what happens when temperatures drop?
Small conversations can make the awkward “death talk” easier and help families plan for succession before a loss forces decisions.
As temperatures drop, veterinarians can help producers adjust calf nutrition, housing and herd health protocols to reduce cold stress and protect growth.
High-oleic soybeans can help add energy to dairy rations and potentially lower feed costs, but roasting methods, feeding rates and current ingredient prices determine the return.
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See how inBarn is helping dairy producers rethink cow cooling.
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For improved repro performance, the right prostaglandin is just the start.
Productive Life is a genetic trait, and it’s also a goal for many dairies.
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Camera-based monitoring is helping dairy producers identify problems earlier, turning daily observation into more confident data driven decisions and better labor efficiency.
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Two dairy producers share the real returns behind calf health monitoring.
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Three areas to evaluate as your dairy herd transitions to new crop corn silage.
Cargill is helping McCarty Family Farms bring dairy nutrition to life with new interactive exhibits at its Kansas and Ohio dairy learning centers.
Inflammation is a normal part of the transition to lactation. The intensity of that response just two days after calving may help identify cows on a less favorable postpartum trajectory.
After a year learning at a North Dakota ranch, Emmett Meissner returned to his family’s Wisconsin dairy with an idea that would grow into a new beef business.
What can a 7-foot corn plant offer dairy cows? Michigan State researchers are evaluating its potential as a dairy forage.
Vision without a written plan is just a daydream. Here’s why putting your goals on paper, and doing the math, changes everything.
People, insurance and having a plan in place are easy to overlook, but they can have a big impact when the unexpected happens.
Robots and sensors can spot mastitis before symptoms appear, but keeping cows healthy still comes down to careful management.
Considering yeast supplementation for your cattle? Dr. Matt Dodd explains why the specific health goal and product research should guide the decision.
Corn silage may be off of the field, but the work isn’t over yet. Nutrient management, manure and cover crops can all help set fields up for the 2027 growing season.
Amino acids could be the next piece of the puzzle for farmers looking to push milk protein higher as genetics continue to drive impressive gains in milkfat.