Nankervis Enterprises recently introduced the NVD System to enhance channel and pond sediment control in feedlots. It is designed to deposit sludge/manure in conveyance channels before it reaches the ponds. The NVD system: Reduces the frequency and related costs of pond dredging Decreases nutrient concentration in ponds Allows existing work force to maintain channels Captures significant amounts of manure before it reaches the lagoons

Fluid Dynamics, a world leader in the field of chemical-free scale prevention and removal, introduces the money-saving Scaletron to the dairy market. Proven in trials and supported by testimonials, the benefits of scale prevention include: Milk stone elimination When present, scale provides a receptive surface for the protein components that promote milk stone formation.

The DeLaval LS-01 “low slip” liner is expanding to include three additional high performing liners designed to work with a variety of milking operations. The new liners are engineered to slip less, offering important benefits to producers such as improved milk flow and speed, fewer parlor routine disruptions, and better mastitis prevention and somatic cell counts.

Powerfoil X2.0, the newest industrial fan from the Big Ass Fan Company of Lexington, Kentucky, significantly increases the coverage area of the company’s popular Powerfoil X. Released on May 1, the Powerfoil X2.0 introduces a new patented airfoil system that combines patented airfoils and winglets with patent-pending AirFence technology to increase overall coverage by 28 percent.

Rite in the Rain, all-weather writing paper, has released a new line of record books specifically for the dairy industry. These treatment books help producers comply with FDA record keeping requirements and avoid regulatory action in case of an accidental residue violation. New items include #1636 Dairy Treatment Record book and #1637 Calf Treatment Record book.

Electronically monitoring cows for heat detection can reduce labor, increase pregnancy rates, decrease days open and limit the need for hormone treatments. With the new CowScout system from GEA Farm Technologies, dairy producers can benefit from electronic activity monitors and receive more accurate breeding information, no matter where they are, via internet, smart phone or text messaging.

Land O’Lakes Animal Milk Products introduces Cow’s Match WarmFront calf milk replacer, formulated with a unique combination of carbohydrates correctly balanced for when temperatures moderate. In warm weather conditions, calves’ energy requirements for maintenance are reduced. Transitioning to WarmFront calf milk replacer results in greater feed efficiency and bottom line potential. Cow’s Match WarmFront calf milk replacer also provides the most optimal protein-to-energy ratio milk replacer when cold stress is no longer a factor. Cow’s Match WarmFront and ColdFront calf milk replacer formulas represent a new way to approach calf nutrition. “With the introduction of WarmFront calf milk replacer, dairy producers can now offer a full potential milk replacer program formulated for the calf’s environment,” says Dr. Tom Earleywine, technical services director for Land O’Lakes Animal Milk Products.

Perfect Udder is a unique, patented system developed by a veterinarian to improve the sanitation of colostrum feeding and reduce the risk of infection and sickness in calves. A Perfect Udder package includes pouches of APC's Lifeline Calf Nutritional Colostrum Supplement or Acquire Colostrum Replacer formulations, plus nipples or feeders that screw onto the threaded opening of the pouch.