Dairy

Every dairy is working with the same beef prices right now. But ask three dairy producers how that’s changing their calf programs and you’ll get three …

When a dairy cow becomes lame, digital dermatitis often gets the blame. However, not every sore foot is hairy heel wart. A common rule of thumb …

Heat stress is usually talked about in terms of the milking herd. Lower dry matter intake, reduced milk production, reproductive challenges and more …

Mastitis remains one of the most costly and complex diseases in dairy production. The National Mastitis Council estimates mastitis costs the dairy …

When a cow calves, her body faces an enormous physiological shift. Calcium demand spikes almost instantly with the onset of lactation, energy needs …

Uterine infections are one of the most economically damaging postpartum disorders in dairy cows. A single case of metritis, a serious uterine …

Colostrum timing, immune development and early nutrition all play critical roles in calf health and performance. Here’s what you need to know, and do, …

Every dairy has milk that can’t go into the bulk tank whether it’s from transition milk, milk with high somatic cell counts or milk from treated cows. …

Raising healthy dairy calves means handling important tasks like dehorning and castration—things that help keep the herd safe and productive. But …

Picture Credit: University of Wisconsin Navel infections, commonly known as navel ill, are increasingly affecting young dairy calves. If left …