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WebNow, He's the Manager and a Leader in Technology at Wisconsin's Largest Family-Owned Dairy. Chris Szydel began working as a milker at Pagels Ponderosa …

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Dairy’s FARM Program Offers Free Biosecurity Resources to Help …

WebEmily Yeiser-Stepp, executive director of the National Dairy FARM Program, says biosecurity is more important than ever after the recent outbreak of HPAI in dairy …

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The Microbiome: The Next Big Frontier in Cattle Improvement

WebBeef and dairy production have made tremendous strides improving the health and productivity of cattle through genetics, nutrition, management practices, …

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New Ways To Address Healthcare Issues Are Needed For Rural …

WebIt’s no secret the rural U.S. healthcare system faces ongoing pressures from financial struggles and labor shortages. Rural hospitals, in particular, have been hit by …

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Know a Calf’s Vital Signs Dairy Herd

WebHer advice on measuring calf vital signs included: 1.) Temperature: 100.0-102.5˚F -- Take temperatures rectally with a digital thermometer, which are much faster …

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Managing Pain at All Life Stages is Key to Cow Welfare, Productivity

WebPain can impact cow health and productivity at all stages of life. Management practices to avoid or minimize painful experiences can deliver benefits to …

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Mayo Clinic Partners with Dairy Checkoff to Advance Dairy Research

WebBy Karen Bohnert February 25, 2022. Entering a five-year partnership, the national dairy checkoff organization - Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) - along with the National Dairy …

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Wearable Technology is Not Just for People Dairy Herd

WebThe biosensors housed within these dairy specific wearable devices allow us to continually monitor a range of biometrics such as rumination, activity, bunk time, water …

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APHIS Bolsters Animal Health Surveillance for Unexplained …

WebBy Jennifer Shike February 28, 2024. The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is collaborating with the National Animal Health Laboratory Network …

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Give Your Herd Health Records a Tune-up Dairy Herd

WebWinston recommends setting aside time each week to make sure data is up to date and accurate. “The adage, ‘If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it,’ certainly …

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NAHMS Data Reveals Calf Health and Survival Trends Dairy Herd

WebBased on the data collected, the study’s authors calculated that a 35-kg. (77-pound) birth weight calf had a 40% chance of becoming sick, and 4.7% chance of dying. …

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It Pays to Prevent Respiratory Disease in Feedlot-Bound Cattle

WebRespiratory illness reduced profitability – In the same data set, calves that required treatment for BRD in the first 28 days in the feedlot had significantly lower …

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Calf Microbial Supplements: Sorting out the “Pre,” the “Pro,” and …

WebPrebiotics – These are products used as a substrate by specific bacteria in the gut, rumen, or lower intestine to fuel the growth of favorable bacteria. The goal of …

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News Dairy Herd

WebThe USDA Milk Production report shows that per cow milk production in the 24 major States for March was 3 less lbs. than last March. The 24 major States also had 71,000 head …

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Facility Focus: The Best Way to Better Manage Group Maternity …

WebThough maternity pens can sometimes feel chaotic to manage, there are additional ways to help minimize stress and create a calmer calving environment for both …

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What Can the Dairy Industry Learn from the Healthcare Industry

WebClinicians’ mistakes result in cost the healthcare industry over $2 billion annually and the lives of over 200,000 people. Artificial intelligence (AI) can play a critical …

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Need A Veterinarian In Your Area

WebBenefits For Public Health, Too “Increasing veterinary services in high-priority rural areas through the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act would help keep the …

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Three Surefire Ways to Improve Winter Teat Health Dairy Herd

WebCows tend to feel most comfortable in air temperatures that range from 25°F to 65°F, Rovai notes. Bedding also plays a large role in teat health. “Bedding should be …

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Rare Human Case of Bird Flu Confirmed. Officials Believe it Began …

WebJust a week after discovering that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, also known as bird flu, was the cause of illness for several dairy herds throughout the Texas …

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Healthy Rumens Start with Water Dairy Herd

WebReid recommends 4-5 linear inches of drinking space per cow, which should be accomplished via at least 2 water sources per pen. And supply capacity needs to be …

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