Winter Management and Nutrition for Dairy Cattle

 Winter Management and Nutrition for Dairy Cattle  By Heather Smith Thomas Richard Norell, University of Idaho Professor and Dairy Specialist (Idaho Falls Research and Extension Center) says cattle must maintain a core body temperature of about 101ºF. “During winter months, the need for...

Lameness in Grazing Dairies

 Lameness in Grazing Dairies By Michael Cox What causes lame cows in grazing dairy herds? Suggestions such as infectious diseases, abrasions, injuries, poorly balanced diets, genetics etc. all spring to mind when we think of the causes of lameness, however the two primary reasons are; People and...

Improving Serum Immunoglobulin Levels with Multiple Colostrum Feedings

 Improving Serum Immunoglobulin Levels with Multiple Colostrum Feedings By Jorge Botero, MV Without a doubt, colostrum is the single most important feeding of a dairy animal’s life. Feeding high quality colostrum affects both short, and long-term performance. It is important to remember that the...

Healthy Cows, Healthy People, Healthy Planet

Healthy Cows, Healthy People, Healthy PlanetColorado dairy farmer leads sustainability conversation at #DairyAmazing Symposium   A world well-nourished is supported when groups with different backgrounds and expertise can gather to share ideas on sustainably feeding the population. And when it comes to the...

Block Pneumonia, Teat Damage and Frostbite from the Barn

 Block Pneumonia, Teat Damage and Frostbite from the Barn. By Bruce Derksen With colder temperatures and extreme weather conditions just around the corner, it’s important to take note of issues that affect dairy cows during this season.  Basic problems such as pneumonia, teat skin damage,...

New Bovi-Bond Cartridge from Vettec Holds 30% More Adhesive Material for Dairy Cows

New Bovi-Bond Cartridge from Vettec Holds 30% More Adhesive Material for Dairy CowsArticle courtesy of Vettec, Inc.Vettec, Inc. has introduced a new cartridge system for its Bovi-BondTM block adhesive that has 30% more urethane adhesive per cartridge so dairy farmers can block more cows in less time. The new 210cc...

Skylar Nutrition Works to Improve Dairy Production and Dairy Producers’ Bottom Line

Skylar Nutrition Works to Improve Dairy Production and Dairy Producers’ Bottom LineBy Steve WeismanFor dairy producers, animal health is of the utmost importance, but there are so many options on the market. At times, it can become overwhelming trying to decide what products to use. Skylar Nutrition (www....

Feeding Colostrum; The Future is Now!

Feeding Colostrum; The Future is Now! Written by Rick Dumm, DVM No doubt about it, the immune factors in colostrum are critical. The increase in protection means the newborn calf will be more resistant to the effects of pathogens as they are encountered. Colostrum also contains superb nutrition, hormones, growth...