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Optimizing gut health for young pigs with Levelset
Aug 12, 2024
Producers in today’s pork industry face a myriad of difficulties and restrictions in raising pigs successfully, and the health challenges we are presently faced with are a major part of that list. As good stewards of animal health, it is imperative that we preserve the efficacy of existing therapies while ensuring that our pigs receive the highest standard of care...READ MORE ›
Harvesting Alfalfa
Alternative forage crop options
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D., Jul 16, 2019
It’s no secret that there have been weather-related challenges across much of the U.S. this spring. Due to conditions…READ MORE ›
Calf in Stall
Calf Success: Seasonal growth rates of Holstein heifer calves
By Ellan Dufour, M.S., Jun 27, 2019
It is common knowledge for some but less well-known by others that seasonality has a significant impact on the…READ MORE ›
Stocker Calves
The stocker calf enterprise
By , Jun 13, 2019
The stocker cattle segment of the beef industry takes young, lightweight, weaned calves and develops them for the…READ MORE ›
Start Stop Continue
Building a better you: Improving your swine business through the Start-Stop-Continue exercise
By , May 28, 2019
The Start-Stop-Continue exercise is a simple but useful tool for both personal and team development. As individuals, we…READ MORE ›
Alfalfa
Alfalfa heaving: A potential concern for this year’s alfalfa crop
By Jon Pretz, PH.D., May 14, 2019
Alfalfa stands across the Midwest are sometimes damaged during the winter and early spring. Winter injuries are most…READ MORE ›
Finisher Pig Care
Have new employees? Share this video on finisher pig care with them
By , May 13, 2019
Due to the changing dynamics of today’s workforce, many of our animal care workers have limited experience with pigs.…READ MORE ›
Dairy Calf
Calf Success: What you need to know about electrolyte therapy in young calves
By Ellan Dufour, M.S., Apr 23, 2019
Young calves are around 70–75 percent water by bodyweight and must be well-hydrated in order to stay healthy and grow…READ MORE ›
Dairy Cows
Re-evaluating heifer inventory and costs
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D., Mar 20, 2019
Recently dairy farmers have faced several challenges, and one of the largest of those challenges has been low milk…READ MORE ›
Silage
Forage inoculants and preservatives: Essentials for an optimal forage program
By Jon Pretz, PH.D., Mar 06, 2019
We all know that feeding cows high-quality forage can translate to increased profitability, thanks to its superior…READ MORE ›