Four steps to prepare for small ruminant kidding and lambing
Michael Metzger, Michigan State University Extension – December 13, 2023 With kidding and lambing season right around the corner, owners should prepare their animals to get the best outcome. Kidding and lambing season is here again and there are steps that owners should take to make sure their herd or flock is prepared. By taking the time to […]
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There is no questioning the efficiency of America’s dairy herds. The industry-wide embrace of data to drive decision making has been a large part of this accomplishment. A prime example of this is genomic testing, a key tool that has allowed farmers and other industry professionals to make optimal mating decisions that have far reaching […]
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What does a successful reproduction program look like? Data can highlight key profit drivers in your reproduction program to help you make better, more profitable decisions. MADISON, Wis. [Sept. 11, 2024] – A cow’s ideal herd management cowcard has just four events – fresh, bred, confirmed pregnant and dry. While a herd of four-event cows is […]
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