Feb 25, 2025 | Technical Topics
Dairy operations have undergone significant changes, from evolving herd sizes to advancements in cow comfort and hoof health management. With more than two decades of experience, former hoof trimmer Robert Gauthier has witnessed firsthand the challenges and...
Oct 4, 2024 | Technical Topics
Written by: Devin Hanson, PhD KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Safety should always be considered first when working near silage piles Limiting oxygen exposure is the key to silage stability at feed-out A clean, vertical face helps to limit exposure...
Aug 30, 2024 | Technical Topics
Written by: Samantha Reighard, PAS KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Feed bunk cleanout is a necessary component of the feeding routine and promotes dry matter intake Additional feedings, especially during cooler times of the day, can promote...
Jul 12, 2024 | Technical Topics
Written by: Hank Spencer, DVM Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) viruses have been detected in U.S. wild aquatic birds, commercial poultry, and backyard or hobbyist flocks since January 2022. These are the first detections of the bird flu in dairy cattle...
Jun 20, 2024 | Technical Topics
Written by: Hanna Matthews KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Methane is produced by cattle in a process called methanogenesis and plays a role in the natural biogenic carbon cycle. Feed additives for methane reduction can be rumen inhibitors or rumen...
Feb 21, 2024 | Technical Topics
Written by: Connor Willems KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Focus on maximizing margin instead of cutting expenses Knowing true cost of forages can help make economical decisions in regard to amount of forage to feed Look for opportunities to supply...
