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As understanding of the cattle microbiome improves, dairies can benefit from strategic use of probiotics and microbial management.
The method for attaching units to udders has changed as technology and equipment capacity has evolved.
Proper cooling is important for more than just lactating cows. Keeping dry cows cool impacts your short and long term success.
Planting early is always best, but when that’s not possible, what does it mean for corn silage quality and yield? We’ll explore both with agronomist Dr. Kraig Roozeboom.
What’s more effective: dry granular or liquid forage inoculant? Although dry granular products may seem easier, they can be less effective. Learn why.
An increase in starch digestion may lead to better nutrient utilization and decreased feed costs. However, starch digestibility of WPCS may be affected by several factors.
Research shows how to use the feed bunk to get more productivity out of your cows while reducing costs at the same time.
Grass tetany might be easily defined as a deficiency of magnesium, but for Dick Kurtz of Oregon, Mo., it just means trouble. He lost three cows in March to the disorder and is carefully watching a few more.
Are there ensiling challenges that result from using a shredding processor? Find out more about the pros and cons of shredding processors here.
The “perfect” chop length can benefit both ensiling and forage quality. Yet, finding the correct chop length is easier said than done.
Two crucial components to corn silage are moisture and the harvesting process. Learn the best ways to measure your plant moisture and key factors for a successful harvest.
When it comes to first-cut alfalfa, it’s best to start with the end in mind – know what quality and yield are needed for your dairy or beef cows. Higher-quality alfalfa silage can increase your relative feed value. For dairy and beef producers, this can help improve animal performance while maintaining profitability.
Many dairy producers are hopeful that the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program through the 2018 Farm Bill will provide a better safety net.
Use this comparison table to determine what product might be right for you.
The U.S. dairy industry stands to lose billions of dollars over the next two decades if trade agreements with Japan, one of the biggest buyers, don’t materialize.
The U.S. and Canada met to continue negotiations around the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and it appears Canada is ready to give concessions on access to its dairy market.
Testing of pooled milk samples could provide an efficient tool for foot and mouth disease (FMD) screening, and for facilitating movement of milk supplies during an FMD outbreak.
The benchmark is called the Farmers Assuring Responsible Management, or FARM Animal Care Program developed by the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) with support from Dairy Management Inc.
The OSU test can assist with prevention and early treatment intervention against clinical mastitis.
Producers can participate via partnership between Zoetis (Clarifide® Plus) and Holstein Association, USA (Enlight®) to identify top females
While issuing another $100 million in back-payments for the Margin Protection Program, the USDA extended the MPP enrollment deadline to ensure dairy farmers have every opportunity to join if they want to.
The effects of dry period heat stress on the lactating dairy cow is the topic of the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council’s (DCRC) next webinar.
Abingdon Health, a tenant at the University of Birmingham’s bio-incubator, is developing a rapid diagnostic test for bovine mastitis, a common and serious health problem in dairy cows.
Improve heifer raising efficiency while protecting against respiratory disease
Mycotoxins represent a broad category of toxic agents produced by various naturally occurring fungi, mostly soil borne and environmentally dependent.
Worldwide, about 23% of dairy cattle experience lameness issues, with three types of hoof lesions causing most of those problems, says University of Wisconsin veterinarian Nigel Cook.
The May 2 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar features Digging Deep into Records of DCRC Award Winners.
The Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) is accepting nominations for its 2018 Reproduction Awards program through April 30.