Source: University of Georgia Extension
The modern dairy cow is similar to a factory, consuming and processing large quantities of raw materials (feedstuffs) and producing a large volume of high quality product (milk). It is essential that the flow of...
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: OMAFRA
Concepts
Choices in stabling and management affect the behaviour, health, longevity and performance of cows and profit of a dairy farm. Fear or frustration with her workplace predisposes a cow to unwanted or abnormal behaviour and risk of disease....
Source: University of Missouri Extension
Joe Horner
State Specialist, Agricultural Business and Policy Extension
Ryan Milhollin
State Specialist, Agricultural Business and Policy Extension
Pasture-based dairy producers sometimes summarize their guiding philosophy simply as, “Grow all the pasture you can grow, and let the cows...
Source: University of Guelph
Description:
Dairy cow feed rations are formulated by determining the animal's total DMI, nutrient requirements, and the amount of feeds available on farm that must be fed to fulfill said requirements.
The total DMI varies depending on the...
Source: Lely
Winter can be challenging for any livestock operation and without proper attention, it can lead to problems. Dairies with robotic milking systems are no exception.
With temperatures dropping outside, inside the barn there are a multitude of possible issues...
Source: Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Fact Sheet written by:R. Parker – Dairy Cattle Specialist/OMAFRA
Introduction
There are six key times during the yearly cycle when each cow should have her condition evaluated. These occur: midway through the dry...
Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP) has emerged as a valuable asset for dairy producers in their risk management toolkit since it was first introduced in 2018. In 2020, the program reached its zenith, covering 38% of U.S. milk production. Establishing...
Source: Dalhousie University
For the first time, two Canadian universities unite to provide a strategic roadmap to support the ailing dairy sector in Canada. The roadmap is not only inspired by the opinions of Canadians, but it is also supported...
Source: The University of British Columbia
Data is at the heart of all research, and there is no shortage of data points at UBC’s Dairy Education and Research Centre (DERC). The researchers at DERC collect a wide range of data from...
