Tag: calving
Enjoying the spring season of a dairy cow
Spring milking is a dream within a dream for Eliza Blue, and an orphaned calf named Little Jones, too.
Colostrum management is even more critical in the winter
Colostrum is an important source of antibodies, nutrients and energy for thermogenesis of newborn calves. And it's even more important in colder weather.
Match nutrient intake to the production cycle
Consider the quality of available feed during your calving season. Aligning breeding season with times when better feed is available could save you money.
Feeding, housing shown to have long-term impact on calves
Feeding and housing practices of preweaned calves can have long-term implications. Maurice Eastridge explains in this week's Dairy Excel.
Aspirin can provide relief to dairy cows
Dairy cows that received a short course of anti-inflammatory medication after calving had lower metabolic stress and produced more milk than untreated cows.
How to detect respiratory diseases in calves quicker
Diagnosing pneumonia and other respiratory diseases quicker is vital to the success of your operation. Learn how to improve your winter calf management.
Muddy February raises risk of scours
Learn more about the increased risk of calf scours associated with early calving in wet conditions and learn how to prevent it.
Get your cattle ready for winter before the snow flies
Plan ahead for the winter season to keep your cows in an adequate Body Condition Score (BCS) range prior to calving.
How to improve your colostrum management
Proper colostrum management improves calf health and eventually cow productivity. Learn how to use a colostrometer and a Brix meter to determine quality.
Check your reproductive program for profit
One measure of profitability is net income per cow, with competitive farms above $1,300 per cow. Learn how to improve reproductive efficiency on your farm.
