Source: Journal of Animal Science
Abstract
Calf management and health are essential for setting up the foundation of a productive cow. The objectives of this study were to estimate the impact of preweaning practices on milk production parameters while accounting for an...
Source: University of Illinois
Agriculture is a stressful occupation, and farmers struggle with anxiety and depression at higher levels than the general population. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign examines differences in mental health challenges for men...
Source: Pennsylvania State University
Facing economic challenges, dairy farmers are increasingly crossbreeding some of their Holstein cows with beef breed bulls to add value to surplus calves born in their herds. In an analysis of almost 40,000 cows, a team...
Source: Science Direct
Highlights
Lifetime costs and revenues are important to identify profitable cows.
Culling decisions are mostly based only on current lactation costs and revenues.
Cow lifetime profitability should be considered to optimize culling decisions.
Lifetime monitoring of costs...
Source: University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension
Written by: Alison Pfau
Introduction
Based on their symbiotic relationship with the rumen microorganisms, dairy cows have an extraordinary capacity to transform human-inedible plant materials into energy for maintenance and lactation. However, the sub-product of...
Source: Journal of Dairy Science
ABSTRACT
Genomic selection increases accuracy and decreases generation interval, accelerating genetic changes in populations. Assumptions of genetic improvement must be addressed to quantify the magnitude and direction of change. Genetic trends of US dairy cattle breeds...
As a land-grant university, we often work to understand and explain farmer behavior. Every four years, we look at farmer buying behavior, with the next study set for January. We also explore other issues important to agribusinesses who serve...
Source: University of British Columbia
Over 700 million Canadian farm animals were transported in 2016 according to Regulations Amending the Health of Animals Regulations bulletin published by the Government of Canada. Farm animals are typically transported at least once in...
Source: National Library of Medicine
Simple Summary
Technological advancements have revolutionized dairy cattle management through digital and precision approaches. This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of these technologies, identifying emerging patterns, research themes, and author collaborations. It reveals top journals of...
Source: Journal of Dairy Science
ABSTRACT
Methane, both enteric and from manure management, is the most important greenhouse gas from ruminant livestock, and its mitigation can deliver substantial decreases in the carbon footprint of animal products and potentially contribute to climate...
