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Postbiotics in practice: Turning up performance in today’s dairy herds

Research and field trials from the last 10 years show that feeding a yeast postbiotic can help support a healthy immune system.
June 23, 2026
Matt Dodd

By supporting immune function, helping moderate the impact of health challenges and contributing to more consistent performance, a yeast postbiotic helps raise more long-lived cows that quietly pay you back in the parlor.


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How to support cows through the marathon of heat stress

A checklist of tasks involved in preparing cooling equipment, feeding strategies and more for the warmer months to keep your cows comfortable all summer long.
April 29, 2025
Matt Dodd

Even with all the available information, the challenges around heat stress still exist, and each summer we see cows struggling to maintain production and reproductive health through high temperatures and humidity across the U.S. While we know a lot about heat stress, there are still areas of learning to lean into and help support herds throughout the summer heat and humidity. 


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Addressing parlor challenges: A three-legged stool for success

Managing people, equipment and cows determine the productivity and efficiency of your parlor.
December 6, 2024
Matt Dodd

The parlor is a critical place on a dairy to have productivity and efficiency dialed in 365 days a year. When it comes to leveling up your parlor output, audits are a helpful tool in finding ways to fine-tune and uncover areas for improvement that drive milk harvest success – ultimately impacting the dairy’s bottom line. 


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Productive life starts with calves

Early life heavily impacts a calf’s future productivity. Focusing on good colostrum, proper nutrition and facility management is essential for building a profitable future.
March 7, 2024
Matt Dodd

Calves are not just a cost; they are the investment in the future potential of your dairy herd. As the promising carriers of our best genetics, they represent the assurance of future profitability.


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The first 60 days sets the course for later lactation

Calfhood BRD makes heifers more likely to leave the herd prior to first calving, and those that stay produce 267 pounds less milk in their first lactation. Cleanliness, nutrition, vaccinations and colostrum are all key to preventing this disease.
August 21, 2023
Matt Dodd

That newborn calf looks pretty helpless nestled down in that clean, fresh straw. But don’t let looks deceive. She’s a powerhouse of genetics and opportunity just waiting to demonstrate her potential.


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Three key management phases to prevent respiratory disease

March 24, 2022
Matt Dodd
It’s good to have goals. It gives you something to shoot for whether it’s in your personal life or as a dairy producer. On your dairy, there are a wide variety of goals you can strive to accomplish. Some may relate to basic protocols while others may center on performance.
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