Study finds wildfire smoke reduces cows’ milk production Emma Penrod | June 22, 2022 Impact of wildfire smoke exposure persisted for days after the smoke dispersed, study says Heat isn’t the only […]
Tackling mastitis in dairy cows with management, nutrition Helen Warren | May 13, 2022 Dry cow management is essential for minimizing risk, but feeding strategies can help Mastitis is considered to be […]
Fighting mycotoxins with lactic acid bacteria? Emma Penrod | March 22, 2022 Some lactic acid bacteria may bind mycotoxins; scientists are looking for the right ones Researchers believe that another […]
Water: The oft-forgotten nutrient in dairy production Helen Warren | February 10, 2022 Proper water intake plays a role in dairy cow health, welfare and productivity. Milk is approximately 87% water. […]
VIDEO: How the updated NRC will affect dairy cow rations Jackie Roembke | November 18, 2021 Here’s how changes to the yet-to-be-released updated Nutrient Requirements for Dairy Cattle (NRC) will likely alter dairy feed […]
PODCAST: Think differently about transition dairy cows Ann Reus | October 1, 2021 Iowa State University ruminant nutritionist Lance Baumgard discusses why we need to think differently about the transition period […]
2021 Dairy Outlook: 7 trends impacting production, feed Jackie Roembke | September 27, 2021 Focus on sustainability, ingredient costs serve as driving force for dairy rations Global dairy producers continue to face […]
Testing hay, pasture quality could offset high grain prices Elizabeth Doughman | September 22, 2021 Compare costs of the ingredient needed before investing in a supplemental replacement. Sampling, testing and analyzing hay and […]
Examining soluble protein in dairy cow nutrition Essi Evans | August 23, 2021 Ongoing research, models reveal added productivity Models, such as the National Research Council (NRC) and the Cornell Net […]
How trace minerals impact a dairy cow’s transition period Helen Warren | August 6, 2021 Trace mineral inclusions change during the dairy cow’s transition period, when its productivity and health can be greatly […]
