Infertility is the number one reason for culling on dairy operations. This is partially due to genetic selection and management for higher-producing cows, which has depressed fertility by increasing metabolic stress and blood circulation, among other mechanisms.

It is an exciting time in the world of dairy nutrition with the recent update to the nutrient requirements of dairy cattle by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM, 2021).

When costs are rising or you are looking to invest every dollar into the business, it can seem difficult to choose to invest in training programs, but we have found it to be an investment in the future of ourselves, our team and our business.

The USDA’s monthly World Ag Supply and Demand Estimates and Crop Production reports provide production and price forecasts.

“What if we woke up in the morning to find only the things we expressed gratitude for in our prayers the night before?” That meme on Facebook caused me to reflect on my own state of gratitude.

The new arrangement ends a decade-long business relationship between MMPA and Midwest Dairy. 

Digest highlights

• August-September DMC payments near $85 million
• WCMA endorses FMMO improvement provisions
• Western organic dairies seek financial assistance