Managing and monitoring the health of transition dairy cows
Source: University of Minnesota
Quick facts
Monitoring the transition dairy cow helps producers to recognize signs of trouble before it starts.
The transition period is 60...
How to prevent summer stress in Cows
SUMMER STRESS MANAGEMENT IN DAIRY COWSIntroduction
The thermoregulatory capability of animals to dissipate heat by sweating and panting is compromised during hot humid and dry...
Proper care for non-ambulatory cows
Source: National Dairy FARM
PREVENT PLAN CARE
Ensure cows are consuming a balanced ration to prevent metabolic disease and manage body condition
Ensure cows are...
Fetal protection against BVDV
Source: Zoetis
Elizabeth Doré, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, M.Sc., Manager, Veterinary Services Zoetis Canada, is a widely respected specialist in bovine medicine whose opinions and insights...
Antimicrobial resistance in mastitis-causing pathogens: Klebsiella
Source: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Context
Antimicrobial stewardship is a public health concern that calls for the judicious use of antimicrobials in veterinary medicine. The FDA has...
Three Oklahoma Tech Companies Form Partnership To Benefit Cattle Ranchers
Source: Land Scout
Oklahoma-based technology companies Land Scout, AgBoost and SmartStock recently announced a partnership to integrate their agricultural software platforms. The alliance was formed...
Anpario launches Optomega Algae
Source: Anpario
A SUSTAINABLE SUPPLEMENT PROVIDING OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS TO THE DAIRY HERD
A new, microalgae-derived, omega-3 fatty acid supplement, for producers to incorporate into dairy...
Antibiotic Therapy in Mastitis Control for Lactating and Dry Cows
Source: University of Georgia Extension
INTRODUCTION
Antibiotic therapy continues to play an important role in the control of mastitis in dairy cows. Lactational therapy is effective...
Control of BVDV in Dairy Herds: More than just a virus causing diarrhea
Combine a strong vaccine protocol with rigorous testing and biosecurity measures to prevent and control the spread of BVDV and persistently infected calves in...
Why Bypass Protein May Not Work
Source: Manitoba Agriculture Food, and Rural Initiatives
Many research projects have shown that feeding undegradable, or bypass, protein supplements has a positive effect on milk...
