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Cost Lameness Cattle

The True Cost of Lameness in Dairy Cattle

The True Cost of Lameness in Dairy Cattle Lameness can have negative implications beyond cow comfort. Also, lameness contributes to reduced milk production, reduced reproduction and increased costs related to treatment and prevention. Lameness is one of the top three diseases that affect dairy herds, along with mastitis and infertility (Robcis et al., 2023). Lameness […]

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Milk Composition Quality Goats

Navigating Milk Composition & Quality in Dairy Goats

Milk Composition & Quality in Dairy Goats Dairy goat producers understand the delicate balance required to maintain optimal milk quality in their herds. Achieving the right fat and protein content levels is essential for product quality and reflects the goats’ overall health and performance. As producers aspire to produce high-quality milk, understanding and managing somatic […]

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I-29 Moo University Webinar

I-29 Moo University Webinar on Feb. 21

I-29 Moo University webinar to review research on heat stress in dairy calves on Feb. 21  The I-29 Moo University 2024 Dairy Webinar Series continues Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. CDT. The webinar will feature a review of research on heat stress in dairy calves with Dr. Jimena Laporta from the […]

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Making Headway In Animal Nutrition & Health

Making Headway In Animal Nutrition & Health

Making Headway in Animal Nutrition & Health Article and photos courtesy of Profile Products®. For more than 60 years, Profile Products® has made a name for itself within the agricultural and animal management industries. Specifically, the Buffalo Grove, IL-based company has worked diligently to develop and manufacture highly engineered specialty agriscience materials that affect a myriad […]

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