Ann Hoskins

6 paramètres de gestion des veaux dans les systèmes d’alimentation automatique

Le colostrum, le programme d’alimentation, la consommation, la vitesse de consommation, les alarmes et les tendances générales sont des paramètres essentiels à surveiller pour tirer profit des données et autres informations que les distributeurs automatiques peuvent fournir.

September 21, 2023

Ann Hoskins

Pour maximiser la valeur d’un système d’alimentation automatique, il faut faire plus que simplement élaborer un programme d’alimentation et diriger les veaux vers le distributeur.

6 metrics to manage calves in autofeeder systems

Colostrum, feed plans, consumption, drinking speeds, alarms and overall trends are key things to monitor to capitalize on the data and other insights autofeeders can provide.

August 24, 2022

Ann Hoskins

Maximizing the value of automated calf feeders goes far beyond putting together a feeding plan and pushing calves to the feeder. Autofeeders can provide helpful insight into daily calf management as well as overall trends of the calf feeding program.

Match autofeeder settings to your calf-feeding goals

May 7, 2021

Ann Hoskins

To be successful with autofeeders, farms must determine the best settings and feeding program for their operation. Observing calf behavior can help further finesse the program to meet calf needs and farm goals.

8 things you might forget your autofeeder needs

July 29, 2020

Ann Hoskins

Have you ever bought a new tractor and wished you would have recorded all the little things the dealer rep explained and showed to you? Calf raisers might very well have the same experience when installing autofeeders.

7 tools you need for consistent nutrition and calf health

November 5, 2018

Ann Hoskins

Consistency is one of the most important things calves need. They like their diets and schedules to be the same each day. The first step in achieving consistency is ensuring everyone understands calf care procedures and protocols. They should be clearly written, posted and easy to follow.

7 ways to save on calf starter

April 13, 2018

Ann Hoskins

The best way to save on calf starter without sacrificing growth and performance is to limit waste. These seven steps can help you save money on calf starter.

7 signs calves are headed down a bad health path

March 1, 2018

Ann Hoskins

Many calves show subtle signs of sickness before it becomes clinical. The “look, listen, smell and feel” strategy will help you identify those calves much earlier and can be used in all calf-raising systems. The key is to closely observe calves in the moment without making assumptions or overlooking small signs.

5 decision points for culling heifers

September 13, 2017

Ann Hoskins

In this day and age, producers are great at making heifers. Reproductive and calf raising management practices have dramatically improved through the years, resulting in an abundance of replacement heifers. The benefit of that is we have plenty of animals to keep operations full and have the genetically best heifers possible.

6 things to consider when turning a dairy barn into a calf barn

March 31, 2017

Ann Hoskins

Old dairy barns can look pretty attractive for baby calves. They are “warmer” than hutches and protect the calves as well as the caretakers from the elements. While this might be true, take the time to work through the answers to a few questions before you renovate to ensure the barn will provide a good environment for your calves.

Feeding calves: It’s not just what’s in the pail

August 24, 2016

Ann Hoskins

Feeding calves is much more than what is in the pail or bottle. The way milk, water and starter are delivered can play just as big of a role in the health and performance of the calf.

Articles by Ann Hoskins

6 paramètres de gestion des veaux dans les systèmes d’alimentation automatique

6 metrics to manage calves in autofeeder systems

Match autofeeder settings to your calf-feeding goals

8 things you might forget your autofeeder needs

7 tools you need for consistent nutrition and calf health

7 ways to save on calf starter

7 signs calves are headed down a bad health path

5 decision points for culling heifers

6 things to consider when turning a dairy barn into a calf barn

Feeding calves: It’s not just what’s in the pail

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