Dairy Cow Eating Forage
In-organic vs. Organic: Which trace mineral form are your dairy animals eating?
By Jon Pretz, PH.D.,
When visiting dairy producers, I am always curious to learn more about their feeding programs. One area I make a point…READ MORE ›
Cutting Silage
Early corn silage chopping: Good or bad?
By Ben Jensen,
Nobody would argue that corn is not a highly versatile and valuable crop. Just ask any FFA member, and they will tell…READ MORE ›
Alfalfa
Don’t underestimate alfalfa’s potential during times of high commodity costs
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D.,
The last couple of years have led to uncertainty in commodity market pricing, and this year has been no different, with…READ MORE ›
Dairy Calves
Calves can’t handle the heat
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
The summer heat is here, and it’s time for the cows to kick back with some icy drinks by the wading pool or sit inside…READ MORE ›
Cows eating hay
What is heat stress costing you?
By Jon Pretz, PH.D.,
Summertime is quickly approaching, but is your facility prepared for the next heatwave? In the dairy industry, heat…READ MORE ›
Hay bale
Investment in hay: Fertility and storage
By Ben Jensen,
The price tags on agricultural goods, along with other day-to-day necessities, are changing by the week. In the last…READ MORE ›
Dairy Cow TMR
Decreasing TMR variability to maximize ration cost savings
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D.,
Feed costs represent the single greatest cost for milk production. Total mixed ration (TMR) variability can…READ MORE ›
Dairy Calves
Calf Success: Setting calves up for a successful transition-monitoring calf starter intakes
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
What is an area you would like to improve in your calf raising? The chances are that the post-weaning transition phase…READ MORE ›
Pouring Milk
Piecing together the puzzle to economically maximize milk fat production
By Jon Pretz, PH.D.,
As we move forward through increasingly tough economic times for the industry, we must continue to evaluate the rations…READ MORE ›