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How to Break the Cycle of Cryptosporidiosis in Your Herd

How to Break the Cycle of Cryptosporidiosis in Your Herd Understanding Cryptosporidium parvum (Crypto) Cryptosporidium parvum (Crypto) is one of the costliest calfhood diseases on dairy farms. It increases treatment costs, slows growth, requires significant labor, and can lead to long-term health setbacks. Conventional colostrum often does not provide enough protective antibodies against Crypto. In […]

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PBI Systems: Parlor Systems That Work For You

PBI Systems: Parlor Systems That Work For You By Steve Weisman Located outside Portales, New Mexico, PBI Parlor Systems is a leading manufacturer of milking stalls and parlor equipment used by dairies around the world. PBI played a key role in the development of the modern parallel stall. The company’s goal has always been to […]

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Bulk Tank Milk Testing: What Every Producer Should Know About Microbial Measures

Bulk Tank Milk Testing: What Every Producer Should Know About Microbial Measures  By Nicole Martin, PhD  Bulk tank milk samples are collected at every milk pickup or direct load. These samples serve several purposes, including determining producer payments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and calculating quality premiums. Every sample must undergo a Standard Plate Count (SPC) for […]

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Raising Dairy Goats Organically

Raising Dairy Goats Organically By Larry Tranel, Dairy Field Specialist, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy goat milk is valued for its reported benefits in nutrition, skin care, and other applications. As consumer interest continues to grow, the organic dairy goat industry is expanding in many regions. However, organic goat milk production is still […]

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