Nov 3, 2022 | Technical Topics
Written by: Chad Jenkins, Ph.D., P.A.S. KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: More data is being generated now than ever before on dairy farmsLogging historical performance data provides insights for future decisionsRecord Manager generates reports by...
Sep 15, 2022 | Technical Topics
Written by: Stacy Schwoerer and Chad Jenkins, Ph.D., P.A.S. KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Calf bedding type should be considered as seasons change, ensuring enough bedding is provided for the calf to “nest” in colder monthsProper drainage should be...
Aug 5, 2022 | Technical Topics
Written by: Shannon Baze KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Chopping corn at the correct moisture helps optimize silage fermentation conditions.Kernel processing is integral to improved starch utilization.In addition to packing, the impact of length of...
Apr 20, 2022 | Technical Topics
Written by: Marcus Hollmann This is the first in a series of two articles. The second will provide specific examples using the 2021 crop year and look ahead to future harvests. KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Consistent supplies of homegrown feeds...
Jan 26, 2022 | Technical Topics
KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Homolactic Inoculants lower pH in upfront fermentationHeterolactic Inoculants increase aerobic stability during feed-outAsk for peer-reviewed research. The more, the betterInoculants will not replace good silage...
Dec 6, 2021 | Technical Topics
Written by: Mackenzie Torstenson KEY TAKEAWAYS IN THIS ISSUE OF TECHNICAL TOPICS: Employee turnover costs more than money.You get the best out of people when they understand the how and why.People want to feel appreciated, understood and respected.Recognizing the...