Replacements
Bacteria can lurk in the most unexpected places and can quickly be transferred from one animal to the next.
But feed prices are expected to decline as new-crop corn and soybeans are harvested later this year.
The percentage increases are dramatic—up 12% over a year ago and up 15% over July.
Dairy and beef producers can hear firsthand from other producers and veterinarians how they provide immediate immunity to their calves at birth.
World Dairy Expo to offer free look at eight U.S. dairies Oct. 2-6.
Transitioning to WarmFront™ calf milk replacer in warmer weather results in greater feed efficiency and bottom line potential.
Treatment of metritis with EXCEDE consists of two doses, administered 72 hours apart at the base of opposite ears.
While it is possible to wean calves from milk-based rations at as early as 6 weeks of age, University of Guelph calf researcher Michael Steele says it’s not optimal.
Cornell University’s Jason Karszes shares one approach to model the financial impact that different management performance within the replacement program can have on the replacement businesses and the overall dairy.
Dairy Calf Growth-enhancement Tools headline Dairy Calf and Heifer Association’s (DCHA) inaugural webinar.
A growing body of evidence suggests there are wide-reaching benefits to following colostrum with several feedings of transition milk.
Current springer values were stable to slightly higher – and Holstein heifer calves significantly higher – in all reported markets in the past month.
Where producers and consumers stand on animal welfare looks to be vastly different based on various handling methods.
While there are several methods of dehorning dairy calves available, many producers prefer to use caustic paste.
Applications could expand as the technology becomes more cost effective.
