This article was #21 of the Top 25 most well-read articles on www.progressivedairy.com in 2014. It was published in the March 12, 2014 print issue. Research from Dr. Nigel Cook and the Food Animal Production Medicine Group at the University of Wisconsin – Madison provides strong support for sand as the top choice for cow comfort and reduced lameness among dairy herds.

A pest control innovation newly available to dairy producers delivers up to 90 days of fly-killing power in a broad-spectrum premise spray. From the calf barn to the milking parlor, Annihilator Polyzone from Bayer Animal Health brings effective, longer-lasting fly and insect control to the areas of the dairy that need it most.

This article was #23 of the Top 25 most well-read articles on www.progressivedairy.com in 2014. It was published in the Feb. 4, 2014 Extra e-newsletter. Pennsylvania Extension veterinarian David Wolfgang and Extension engineer Dan McFarland teamed up to provide best practices for bedding barns.

The fall and winter months are ideal times to assess your equipment. It’s wise to do a full inspection of your equipment before it’s stored away for the winter months so it will be ready to go in the spring.