The Silent Saboteurs: Identifying and combating mycotoxins in dairy production
Mycotoxins, toxic secondary metabolites produced by fungi, can be a silent threat to dairy cows, impacting their immunocompetence and productivity. Understanding these toxins and...
Stop heat stress from milking your profits dry
Rumen fermentation and lactation require high metabolic heat production, making dairy cows particularly sensitive to heat stress whenever the temperature humidity index (THI) exceeds...
There’s a future for palm oil in the dairy supply chain,...
If not palm, then what? Understanding the complex story of sustainable palm and the vital role it plays in supporting global conservation efforts, local...
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,...
Dairy HERD Initiative aims to fill critical animal health research gaps
The Dairy HERD Initiative, a research collaboration by the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research, Dairy Management Inc. and Zoetis, has called for research...
Heat stress management: The importance of beef cattle nutrition
In dairy cows, the impact of heat stress can be easily measured, in particular through reduced milk production. Although there is less visibility, fattening...
Tips for reducing stress when weaning calves
When you consider the long history of the beef sector, stress is a relatively new issue being examined and discussed by those in the...
Managing heat stress and endotoxin threats in modern dairy farming
Heat stress and endotoxin challenges are becoming increasingly critical in modern dairy farming. Rising temperatures not only reduce feed intake and milk quality but...
Toxin management for dairy cows: Is it really that important?
Mycotoxins pose a risk to humans and animals. Yet they are practically unavoidable in feed rations. With the right toxin management, you can protect...
Dairy cow transition challenges: Holistic solution approach
The transition period in dairy cows is a critical phase in their production cycle; cows experience several physiological, metabolic, and environmental changes. Ultimately, the...
