ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of ADM (NYSE: ADM), has issued a recall for specific pelleted animal feed products due to potential mineral imbalances that could pose risks to cattle. Some products may contain elevated levels of copper, while...
Mastitis is one of the most costly diseases in dairy cows, with an estimated $444 per case within the first 30 days of lactation. The highest risk periods occur at the beginning and end of the dry period when...
The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), in partnership with the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) and the Fats and Proteins Research Foundation (FPRF), has released a new report detailing the feed consumption of major U.S. livestock, poultry,...
Calf-raising plays a crucial role in dairy operations, with the primary objectives during a calf's early weeks being the development of a strong immune system and effective rumen stimulation. Achieving these goals enables low-stress weaning by six weeks of...
Source: Michigan State University Department of Animal Science, Jair Parales Giron and Adam Lock
The immediate postpartum period represents a significant metabolic challenge for high-producing dairy cows. During this time, cows experience reduced feed intake alongside increased energy requirements for milk...
The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) has released the 7th edition of the Canola Meal Dairy Feeding Guide in April 2024, offering dairy producers and nutritionists an updated, research-based resource on the benefits of canola meal in dairy cattle...
Source: Ohio State University Extension
by: Andie Majewski, Graduate Teaching Associate, Department of Animal Sciences, The Ohio State University
Feed is the largest cost of production on dairy farms; therefore, it important to monitor the costs of feedstuffs on a local...
Dairy production relies on three primary nutritional management systems: Total Mixed Rations (TMR), Component Feeding, and Pasture-Based Feeding. Each approach has distinct advantages and challenges based on herd management needs, resource availability, and production goals.
Total Mixed Rations (TMR):
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Supplementing dairy cows with omega-3 (n-3) fatty acids (FA) during late pregnancy and early lactation positively affects their reproductive health. A recent study examined how n-3 FA impacts ovarian follicles and the endometrium by modulating the endocannabinoid system (ECS)...
