Herd Health
A left displaced abomasum (LDA) is one of the most common transition-cow setbacks that can stall a successful launch into lactation.
Learning by doing is the mantra for a lot of dairy farmers and Walter Graves is no exception. Graves was recently awarded a Young Jersey Breeder Award from the American Jersey Cattle Association.
High stocking density and restricted feed access increase the risk of sub-acute rumen acidosis with greater time spent below rumen pH of 5.8.
When forced to make a choice, cows will pick resting over eating.
The Daughertys are glad that they visited numerous dairies which helped determine the blueprints of their current facility, but also helped bring the sixth-generation back home to the family farm.
Extra water – along with a possible electrolyte boost -- is never more important than in the heat of summer.
Providing assistance too early during stage II labor may result in an increased risk of metritis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Between the numerous variables of mixing milk replacer, storing and heating raw milk and properly dosing for various ages – even if just one person is involved in calf care – consistency is a tough goal to reach.
The Neuenschwander brothers have thrived during a tough dairy economy because of their ability to maximize cow comfort and produce excellent genetics on their Indiana dairy.
High temperatures take a toll on dairy cattle and costs the dairy industry nearly $2 billion annually.
By learning more about how dairy cows respond to heat stress, one can better manage one’s dairy herd and minimize the negative impacts resulting from heat stress.
The benefits of dry-period cooling for cows have been documented for several years. But what about first-calf heifers, who don’t technically have a “dry” period?
Unaware of what’s coming next, Arizona dairy farmer Craig Caballero always keeps his eyes on the ball — something he learned from his time behind home plate as an MLB catcher in the mid-90s.
A new insurance concept is being launched to allow dairy producers around the world to financially insure against the production losses caused by heat stress.
Given the current high temperatures, cattle could be under heat stress. It’s important to know the signs so producers can manage and reduce livestock heat stress.
Dairy sprinklers and fans generally idle on low until summer. With an extreme heatwave across the midsection of the U.S., farmers are stepping up their cooling systems to ensure their cows are as comfortable as possible.
This ongoing Oregon water issue has become a headache for many farmers, like Jos Poland. Less water doesn’t only mean fewer aces for his cows to graze on. It has forced Poland to sell 40% of his herd earlier this year.
Use on-farm culturing to determine proper care.
Pardon the pun, but dealing with scours can be a real pain in the butt. It’s frustrating, it’s costly, and it can be downright messy at times.
A U.S. appeals court on Monday revived a lawsuit by six Mexican veterinarians who claim an Idaho dairy forced them to milk cows and perform other menial tasks, and threatened them with deportation if they refused.
A high incidence of sole ulcers in a dairy herd is probably not the fault of the ration.
The roads have been cleared and the sun is now peeking out in North Dakota after dairy farmers spent the bulk of their Easter weekend pushing snow when the storm of the century – Snowmageddon – plowed through.
It’s important to stay abreast of new research that can influence dairy management practices. That’s what happened recently at Rosy-Lane Holsteins, Watertown, Wis.
Like many dairies, Desperado Dairy and Du Brook Dairy had a difficult time retaining dependable workers. That changed in 2018, when the dairy teamed up with the Florence West Prison to help fill the vacant positions.
Veterinarians have at least eight options for doing a cesarean section (c-section) in cattle, but most rely on only one.