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5 Steps to Winter Farm Prep

Nov 16, 2017 by Mike Opperman

Make the transition to cold weather easier for your calves.

A New Way to Add Fat to Calf Starter Rations

Jan 11, 2019 by Maureen Hanson

A European research team led by world-renowned calf and heifer researcher Alex Bach has investigated a new method for delivering fat that may have merit for commercial application.

Calf-feeding Lessons from Autofed Farms

Aug 13, 2018 by Maureen Hanson

As autofeeders continue to grow in popularity, much can be learned from the farms that already are using them to rear their pre-weaned calves.

$1 Million Training Center Opened by DeLaval in Kansas City

Jul 17, 2018 by Wyatt Bechtel

A new training center opened in Kansas City, Missouri will allow both the dairy and food industries a place to hone their technical skills.

Watch Mastitis in First-calf Heifers

Mar 21, 2018 by Mike Opperman

Clinical mastitis in these cows leads to problems later in life.

Can Second-milking Colostrum be Useful?

Aug 13, 2018 by Noelia Silva-del-Rio, University of California-Davis

If you’re short on quality colostrum, can supplies from second milkings be used as “first feedings?”

'Close-up Cow' Barns Help Cows Avoid Heat Stress, Produce More Milk

Jul 30, 2018 by Linda Geist, University of Missouri Extension

Cow comfort is key at Martin Prairie Farms in Missouri.

Buying and Selling Hay at the Right Price

Mar 07, 2018 by David Burton, University of Missouri Extension

All hay is not equal from the standpoint of nutrient content. That means all hay is not equal regarding monetary value.

Cost-effective Group Housing for Dairy Calves

Oct 01, 2018 by Wyatt Bechtel

An economical automatic calf feeder helps make group housing work.

Four-Legged “PHARM’ers” Serve Disabled

May 22, 2018 by Taylor Leach

Farmers work with service dogs to help overcome disabilities.

Mizzou Vet Students Take Research to Dairy Parlors and Pastures

Aug 01, 2018 by Linda Geist, University of Missouri Extension

The University of Missouri veterinary students take campus research to parlors and pastures to help dairy farms improve.

Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship Offers Opportunities

Jul 04, 2018 by Linda Geist, University of Missouri Extension

The Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship (DGA) helps dairy farmers find serious employees who want to be dairy farm managers or potential owners.

“Shrinking” Feed Supplies Could be Bloating Your Expense Ledger

Jul 05, 2018 by Maureen Hanson

Shrink – it’s a silent thief that could be robbing thousands of dollars annually from your farming operation.

During Drought, Consider Baling Corn Silage

Jul 25, 2018 by David Burton, University of Missouri Extension

Those without chopping equipment might consider using the baler they have on hand.

Averages Don’t Tell the Whole Story: Cost of Raising Dairy Calves

Dec 28, 2018 by University of Wisconsin Extension

Periodically, University of Wisconsin-Extension Specialists and Agriculture Agents have collected farm level data to benchmark calf and heifer raising costs.

'Fake Meat' Labeling Bill Passes in Missouri

May 18, 2018 by Wyatt Bechtel

Missouri's Senate has passed a bill that makes the labeling of plant-based and lab-grown meat clear when compared to meat coming from livestock.

Calf Wellness Traits Now Part of Holstein Genomic Offering

Apr 05, 2018 by Maureen Hanson

Calf livability, respiratory disease and scours now are traits that producers can use to identify and breed for future herd replacements.

Beware of Salt Poisoning in Dairy Calves

Sep 09, 2018 by Maureen Hanson

The health and productivity of young calves can be affected by a wide range of metabolic and pathogenic conditions. Among the maladies that can profoundly affect calves’ health is their intake and balance of sodium.

Scrutinize Heifer Rearing Costs

Jan 15, 2019 by Gabe Middleton, DVM

Manage heifer inventories to strengthen margins.

Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors Inducts 6 Dairy Leaders

Feb 05, 2018 by Linda Geist, University of Missouri Extension

The Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors Foundation inducted six members Feb. 2 during an awards ceremony at the University of Missouri Animal Science Research Center.