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May 22 2024
Animal rights activists find strength in fighting against agricultural production practices with ballot initiatives
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May 6 2024
Understanding how to control flies on livestock begins with understanding the pest’s life cycle
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April 29 2024
The dry period should be a time of rest for cows and is an opportunity for the mammary system to heal and regenerate
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April 26 2024
As I deal with my own eye infection, it serves as a reminder that pinkeye season for our cattle is right around the corner
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April 24 2024
Research indicates those that work on dairies have less gastrointestinal related symptoms than nonfarmers
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April 22 2024
Midwestern temperatures in the last 90 days have been warmer than typical years
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April 15 2024
Energy metabolism is a crucial aspect of dairy cow physiology, playing a central role in supporting various physiological functions, milk production, and overall health
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April 15 2024
For nearly 10 years, the Dairy Cattle Welfare Council has been driving positive change in the dairy industry
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April 8 2024
Mannheimia haemolytica is one of the leading causes of respiratory disease in cattle
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April 1 2024
The end of the short winter signals the beginning of prolonged warm days, prompting dairy farmers to evaluate their heat stress management plan
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March 19 2024
We try to review vaccination schedules every few years on our farm by addressing any issues we’ve seen and asking ourselves questions about what we need from the protocol
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March 15 2024
Nutrition plays a vital role in the functionality of a cow’s immune system
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Feb. 26 2024
2023 was a challenging year for dairy producers, navigating economic struggles, and uncertainties. In such times, Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP) insurance emerges as a crucial tool to mitigate risks and...
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Feb. 7 2024
I’m learning that it’s okay to take time away from work for the things I care about
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Feb. 6 2024
We have to make tough decisions on the farm, and they don’t always match our true feelings
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Jan. 23 2024
If you want to teach teenagers about dairy farming, consider using YouTube, a popular platform utilized by that age demographic
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Jan. 18 2024
It takes extra time, resources, and resilience to care for livestock and equipment in frigid temperatures
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Jan. 12 2024
It is common for producers to experience lower butterfat tests and higher numbers of butterfat inversions this time of year
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Jan. 12 2024
Now is a great time to conduct a farm security audit to prevent activists from targeting your dairy
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Jan. 9 2024
Outlining a goal and my strategy to reach it made a big difference in my life last year