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Novel approach for treating uterine infections and promoting uterine health in dairy cows

Research has found using a probiotic to treat metritis and endometritis can affect reproductive health.
November 3, 2022
Augusto M. L. Madureira and Tracy A. Burnett

Postpartum uterine disease presents a major economic challenge to the commercial dairy industry. Metritis and endometritis are more prevalent in dairy cattle than other domestic species and are often associated with compromised welfare, reduced fertility and milk production losses.


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How does animal welfare tie into your genetic plan?

Fertility, antibiotic use, touchpoints and social sustainability all play into the status of animal welfare on your dairy. Being cautious of each of these topics and understanding their effect on your herd's performance is a crucial management practice.
October 22, 2022
Mandy Schmidt

In modern society’s regulatory climate, the public increasingly influences day-to-day management procedures. Your “Big Brother” managers have hardline opinions. Their operating guidelines come in the form of propositions, government-led regulations and processor demands.


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Small investments now can add up to big results in cow comfort

Fans, waterers, gates, stall dividers and lying space are some of the items that should be considered for winter maintenance.
October 4, 2022
Amy Throndsen

Fall is here, the holiday season is rapidly approaching, temperatures are dropping, and school activities are already in full swing. In this busy season, you’re likely not looking for another thing to add to your to-do list.


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Is selective dry cow therapy right for me?

Six considerations to determine if selective dry cow therapy is right for your herd and which cows to treat.
September 30, 2022
Brittany Core and Matt Gough

Six considerations to determine if selective dry cow therapy is right for your herd and which cows to treat. 


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Microbiome 101: More than just the rumen

A healthy reproductive microbiome in the vaginal tract is key to leading transition cows to fewer health challenges, enabling faster rebreeding and improved performance.
September 27, 2022
Edward Robb

A healthy reproductive microbiome in the vaginal tract is key to leading transition cows to fewer health challenges, enabling faster rebreeding and improved performance.


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Look beyond the basics to prep cows for early lactation

Proper ration management and better cow comfort lead to less stress, which means fewer incidents and less immune system triggers.
September 27, 2022
Bill Prokop

Proper ration management and better cow comfort lead to less stress, which means fewer incidents and less immune system triggers.


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Do you hear what your cows are telling you?

Use data to manage cows by exception and decrease ketosis incidence.
September 27, 2022
Tara Bohnert

Don’t rely on just your eyes to catch signs of trouble. Utilize herd monitoring technology to track cows' actions all day, every day to support and enhance herd health.


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Keep cows healthy to improve conception rate at first insemination

Hitting the trifecta of high milk yield, a clean bill of health and strong reproductive performance is attainable if producers monitor and devote resources to preventing common disease events.
August 30, 2022
Emma Ohirko
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Prenatal trace mineral supplementation: Setting up your cows and calves for success

July 21, 2022
Amanda Gehman
Trace mineral supplementation is a critical part of a successful feeding program for all life stages of dairy cattle, especially for the dry and transition cow. The rapid transition into lactation at calving places significant challenges on metabolism to support lactation, immune function and maintenance.
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Transition cow management for sustainable farm profitability

October 19, 2021
Brent Fawcett
Dairy farming sustainability is affected by many factors, with one of the biggest being high production efficiency. Maximizing your allowable high-quality milk shipments in a supply-managed system from the fewest number of healthy cows affects the farm’s economic sustainability.
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