While a 20% pregnancy rate was once the standard goal, that is not the case today

There are real benefits for herds that can achieve a 25 percent pregnancy rate. One common goal all dairy producers share is getting cows bred in a timely fashion. What is a realistic target for which...

Last year was a blast from the past for dairies: feed costs dropped below 50 percent of income

I remember having to write an answer to this essay question in my high school English course. We were asked if we would rather be a second-rate artist or be known for making a first-rate soup. While most...

"In the summer of 2009, the Hoard Farm was on the verge of single-digit pregnancy rates," noted Jason Yurs, Hoard's Dairyman farm manager. Prior to the 2009 World Dairy Expo, the farm was sitting at a...

"In the summer of 2009, the Hoard Farm was on the verge of single-digit pregnancy rates," noted Jason Yurs, Hoard's Dairyman farm manager. Prior to the 2009 World Dairy Expo, the farm was sitting at a...

Animal monitoring systems are a time-tested and proven solution for accurate heat detection. They can also unlock other reproductive efficiencies to bring more dollars to your bottom line

Ensure that your heifer facilities are designed for your heifer sizes and needs

It is common for producers to experience lower butterfat tests and higher numbers of butterfat inversions this time of year

Exploring first insemination requires some trial and error as we aim to discover the best time to provide a first service to our cows

When Chad Abbas, herdsman at Van Voorst Dairy, set out to improve reproductive efficiency a few years ago, he found the answer by combining targeted estrus synchronization with SenseHub® Dairy cow...

High Post-Secondary Dairy Cattle Judging Contest High Teams at World Dairy Expo

Post-Secondary Dairy Judging Contest High Individuals from past World Dairy Expo contests

Why do you feed supplemental fat to your herd? Perhaps you’re aiming to propel your milkfat higher to capture more revenue in your milk check, or you recognize the impact bypass fat can have on feed...

Preparing cows for a successful lactation doesn’t start at freshening; it starts at the dry period

I am grateful for my experience serving as the District 4 Dairy Princess

Spoilage is a challenge that all producers face at some point, and the cost of not addressing it can be high

If you love dairy products but struggle with digestive issues, there are still ways to enjoy many dairy foods

Mannheimia haemolytica is one of the leading causes of respiratory disease in cattle

We moved our calves from hutches into a barn, and while the benefits were many, there were challenges we had to work through, too