Regardless of how a producer chooses to breed – either naturally or with synchronization protocols using fertility pharmaceuticals – their goals must involve an approach that maximizes cow health. 

Do you have a clear picture of who you are and how you lead on your farm and in your family?

As with all areas of dairy operations, increasing efficiency – in this case of feed in the rumen – deserves attention because when it is improved, gains can be seen beyond the area of focus, not to mention in sustainability (this includes economically) as well.

Heat stress affects dairy cows beyond reduced milk yield, impacting immune function, reproductive health and fetal development. This toll ultimately affects your bottom line, potentially for years to come.

Instead of focusing on strengthening consumer trust, emphasis should be placed on consumer education in agricultural production practices.

Excitingly, the past several months have brought announcements of significant dairy processing investment across the country, offering some level of relief to dairy processing concerns.

The economic impact of high-quality corn silage is often underestimated. A corn silage harvest with excellent starch availability, exceptional fibre digestibility and ideal fermentation profiles can mean milk production and components come easily while maximizing forage in the diet.

There is nothing more grounding than being covered with 24-hour-old, dairy-cow-processed total mixed ration (TMR).