Negative DCAD Diets for Milk Fever Prevention in Dairy Cattle
By feeding prefresh (21 days from calving) animals a low DCAD diet, dairy producers can help prevent the occurrence of milk fever.
By feeding prefresh (21 days from calving) animals a low DCAD diet, dairy producers can help prevent the occurrence of milk fever.
Deworming is beneficial for beef and dairy operations, provided it is done correctly with effective products. However, due to anthelmintic resistance, relying solely on dewormers is insufficient.
Not only does lameness affect a cow’s health and well-being, but it’s also costly to the farm’s bottom line. Lameness cases in the dairy herd impact reproduction, milk production, herd health, and longevity.
Cross-ventilated barns offer a modern, effective solution to managing the thermal sensitivity of dairy cows, particularly in the face of rising temperatures and heat stress challenges.
Bovine leukosis infection in cattle, like PFAS chemicals, is almost universal in dairy herds. Yet, unlike PFAS, we don’t have to resign ourselves to living with it; we can take specific steps toward its control and elimination
The presentation provides an overview of Bovine Leukemia Virus (BLV) including the biology of the virus, impacts on cattle health and production, diagnostics, and control.
Routine farm activities such as feeding, cleaning, and vehicle movement all contribute to ambient noise.
Recent advancements in dairy farming technology are enhancing efficiency, animal welfare, and farm management through precision livestock technologies, automation, and data integration.
Colostrum is an essential source of nutrients, antibodies, and growth factors that set calves up for a strong start to life. Years of research have consistently shown the most critical management factor for calf health and survival is providing early, adequate volumes of high-quality colostrum.
Ventilation is vital in dairy barns for maintaining air quality, removing heat and moisture, and providing a comfortable environment for cows. Ventilation can be achieved through mechanical or natural systems that utilize thermal buoyancy and wind pressure.
Dr. Paul Fricke moderates a Wisconsin dairy farmer panel consisting of David Jauquet, Mike Martin, Jeff McNeely, and Chuck Ripp. These dairy farmers give highlights of protocols used on their dairies that help them achieve higher fertility success.
Calves born with knuckle over pasterns, also known as contracted tendons, present a unique challenge for dairy and beef producers.