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Optimizing pig nutrition: Insights from ASAS Midwest
The Alltech team recently contributed valuable insights at the American Society of Animal Science Midwest (ASAS Midwest) event in Madison, Wisconsin. Attendees enjoyed many opportunities to gain practical knowledge that will empower them to enhance productivity and sustainability in their pig farming operations...READ MORE ›
Dairy Cow
5 keys to healthy, productive fresh cows
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D.,
Currently, one of the biggest opportunities for increased performance on our dairy farms…READ MORE ›

Pig & AllBite
Tail-biting in pigs: Why AllBite is the answer
By Lori Stevermer,
Tail-biting can affect either a single pig or an entire pen. It can be sporadic or…READ MORE ›

Harvesting Alfalfa
Alternative forage crop options
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D.,
It’s no secret that there have been weather-related challenges across much of the U.S.…READ MORE ›

Calf in Stall
Calf Success: Seasonal growth rates of Holstein heifer calves
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
It is common knowledge for some but less well-known by others that seasonality has a…READ MORE ›

Stocker Calves
The stocker calf enterprise
By ,
The stocker cattle segment of the beef industry takes young, lightweight, weaned calves…READ MORE ›

Start Stop Continue
Building a better you: Improving your swine business through the Start-Stop-Continue exercise
By ,
The Start-Stop-Continue exercise is a simple but useful tool for both personal and team…READ MORE ›

Alfalfa
Alfalfa heaving: A potential concern for this year’s alfalfa crop
By Jon Pretz, PH.D.,
Alfalfa stands across the Midwest are sometimes damaged during the winter and early…READ MORE ›

Finisher Pig Care
Have new employees? Share this video on finisher pig care with them
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Due to the changing dynamics of today’s workforce, many of our animal care workers have…READ MORE ›

Dairy Calf
Calf Success: What you need to know about electrolyte therapy in young calves
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
Young calves are around 70–75 percent water by bodyweight and must be well-hydrated in…READ MORE ›