Source: University of Minnesota Extension
Luciano Caixeta, assistant professor, College of Veterinary Medicine
Quick facts
Even though it is practically impossible to eliminate hypocalcemia from a dairy herd, the adoption of strategies that prevent this health disorder is key to any successful...
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Fact Sheet written by: Vanessa Taylor - Milk Quality Assurance Program Lead/OMAFRA
Introduction
Looking for one change in a cow's udder health status may not give you enough of a warning that something is...
By Tony Hall, MSc, MRSB, PAS, Lallemand Animal Nutrition – North America
When temperatures dip, cows divert more of their energy intake to maintaining normal body temperatures. For dairy producers, the switch comes at the expense of milk production. There...
Source: Hubbard, Ellan Dufour, M.S.
Young calves are around 70–75 percent water by bodyweight and must be well-hydrated in order to stay healthy and grow to their full potential. Dehydration and severe electrolyte loss in calves can stem from several causes...
In the life of a dairy cow, there is going to come a day when that cow will be removed from your lactating herd and replaced with a young heifer. But how is that decision being made? After all,...
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Fact Sheet written by: Tom Wright - Dairy Cattle Nutritionist/OMAFRA
Introduction
Profitability in dairy farming is dictated in large measure by managing feed costs and the efficiency by which feed is translated into milk...
This week (18-24 November) is annual World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2020, which aims to increase awareness of global antimicrobial resistance and to encourage best practices among the general public, health workers and policymakers to avoid the further emergence and...
Source: The Mastitis Network
Prior to administering an injection, make sure of the following:
Consult a veterinarian about the proper use of medication.
When indicated in label directions, administer medication subcutaneously.
Restrain the animal properly.
Avoid injecting in the rump or...
Source: Dairy Calf and Heifer Newsletter
Whether it’s a dairy calf, human infant or baby giraffe, all newborns enter a “dirty world” that is filled with “germs,” viruses, bacteria and other microorganisms – many of which cause disease. Fortunately, Mother...
Source: GEA
What goes for human beings, also goes for dairy cows: A healthy and individually tailored diet is one of the most important requirements for high performance and well-being. With GEA’s automated feeding systems, the perfect recipe can be...