Tag: dairy cattle
Crossbreeding cattle comes with many considerations
Maurice Eastridge breaks down the decision-making process of breeding dairy cattle in this week's Dairy Excel column. Learn what you need to consider.
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.
Beef, dairy breeds launch collaboration, HOLSIM
The American Simmental Association and Holstein Association USA have announced the formation of the HOLSim branded program.
Annual, biological rhythms govern milk production in cows
The amount and composition of milk produced by dairy cows appear to be more regulated by internal, annual biological rhythms than by environmental factors.
Holstein repeats as Pa. Farm Show supreme champion
The grand champion Holstein, the first-place aged cow owned by Jill Dice and Galen Martin won supreme champion honors at the 2019 Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Controlling feed costs is key to production and profitability
Good feed cost control does not necessarily mean having the lowest feed cost. Learn more about optimizing your feed investment.
Don’t ignore your dry cows
Attention to dry cow management results in healthier cows, and the potential for increased production and economic gain.
Logan Acres shows supreme champion
Logan Acres Farm, Farmdale, Ohio, took home the Supreme Champion of Champions award at this year's Columbiana County Fair dairy show.
Western Pennsylvania dairy show posts Red and White results
The Western Pennsylvania Red & White Holstein show was held July 21 at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds. Jeff Brown judged 36 head of cattle.
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.
