Tag: cows
Longevity in dairy cows matters to climate change
Ohio State Extension educator Luciana Bignardi da Costa suggests climate smart practices farmers can adopt to give their cows a lengthy, productive life.
Singer Jeff Corle draws song-writing inspiration from former dairy farm
From dairy farmer to singer-songwriter, Jeff Corle talks about the heartbreak of an empty barn, what inspires his music and his latest album 'Farm Animal.'
Local dairy farmers recognized by the American Jersey Cattle Association
David King, of Fremont, Ohio, and Dustin and Carrie Gingerich, of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, were awarded the 2023 Young Jersey Breeder Award on June 21 at the association’s annual meeting, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin.
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.
Milk the best, sell the rest
"Milking the best and selling the rest" is fundamental to dairy farm management; however, the condition of the animal needs to be considered for transport.
Comparing costs of raising replacement heifers
Is it cheaper to raise calves using automated or individual feeding? Find out which management practices can cut the costs of raising replacement heifers.
Mastitis and reproduction: Is there a connection?
On average, a cow that experiences mastitis will have increased days to first service, days open, services per conception, and pregnancy loss.
Happy Mother’s Day to our cows as well
In May, we celebrate Mother's Day but did we take time to consider how grateful we should be to the four-legged moms, the cows that produce milk for us.
Wisconsin Holstein sets new single-lactation milk record
Selz-Pralle Aftershock 3918 is the new national milk production record holder for the Holstein breed.
Small changes can accomplish big goals
Set long-term goals for improvement by making changes to your daily routines.
