Progressive Dairy
Creating a win-win: Grazing heifers for economic and ecological returns
Grazing heifers in a rotational grazing system not only offers ecological benefits but may also offer cost savings and improve animal health.
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Fraud on the farm: It’s time to protect yourself
Six common types of cyberattacks and payment fraud outlined, along with tips to implement in a fraud prevention protocol.
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Avian influenza identified as illness affecting dairy cows in the Southwest
USDA confirms highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in two dairy cattle herds in Texas and two herds in Kansas.
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Maintain your ventilation system to maintain production
A maintenance checklist is provided to prepare fans, curtains and the ventilation system for the warmer weather ahead.
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Dairy risk management calendar: April 2024
Progressive Dairy provides monthly online updates of important dates, reports and advice affecting risk management decisions.
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Panel discusses practical solutions for improving employee retention, compliance, culture
Incorporating relevant technology, providing career development options and building a good team culture are three ways to address labor challenges and improve employee retention.
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Southwest dairies affected by unidentified dairy cow illness
A contagious illness in Texas, Kansas and New Mexico is under investigation by state and federal animal health officials.
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Leap day factors into milk production jump
Milk production and output per cow increase in USDA estimates due to extra “leap year” day in February.
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