High milk production is a biomarker for wellness
Dairy cows are often thought of as metabolic super athletes, requiring hard work and a herculean effort to achieve high milk production... In reality,...
Overcoming heat stress: Strategies for hoof health in dairy cows
Healthy cows perform better. Better performance can lead to greater production and profitability. Two things are vital when it comes to optimal rumen health:...
How do we verify sustainable animal feed in ruminant production?
It is no longer sufficient to simply claim a low carbon footprint for your livestock production system or animal feed. This needs to be supported by repeatable, measurable and verifiable evidence. Alltech E-CO2 has developed the Feeds EA™ model to help feed manufacturers and producers globally measure and lower the carbon footprint of their feed.
Mycotoxins pose an unseen risk to calf development
Mycotoxins are concentrated on the seeds, placing swine and poultry production at a higher risk, however, calves are particularly vulnerable owing to their underdeveloped...
Combatting Calf Diarrhea: A cornerstone of dairy success
It is critical for every farm to have an effective strategy to prevent and treat calf diarrhea, as quick action should be taken when...
Experts share knowledge on ruminant diet formulation at Lallemand’s event
Two internationally renowned experts shared their knowledge on ruminant diet formulation as part of the Meet The Expert webinar series hosted by Lallemand Animal...
Saving 1 ton of CO2e per cow per year with Bovaer®
On average we see a 30% reduction of methane emissions from dairy cattle, and 45% for beef feedlot cattle. For a typical dairy cow...
Why feed rumen-protected amino acids? — The opportunities ahead
Cows don’t need protein in their diet—they need amino acids to produce milk and body proteins. Feed them protein, and much of it breaks...
Elanco adds new tools to advance U.S. livestock sustainability efforts
Elanco Animal Health introduced UpLook™, an insights engine designed to predict greenhouse gas emissions and identify key drivers of an operation’s carbon footprint; and...
Harnessing seaweed’s power to slash livestock methane emissions at scale
CH4 Global, a US-headquartered company with operations in Australia and New Zealand, is pioneering a new era of low-methane beef and dairy production. The...
