Bedding Considerations to Lower Somatic Cell Count

Weigh the pros and cons when determining the ideal bedding for your cows. Regardless of the type of dairy operation, some form of bedding is always necessary.  However, how can you make the right choice with so many bedding options on the market?  The best bedding choice for your farm depends on various factors such […]

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DCRC webinar explores heat stress, gut health and their impact on animal health

New Prague, Minn. (October 30, 2024) – “Integrating our understanding of stress physiology” headlines the Dec. 6 Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council (DCRC) webinar. The free webinar starts at 1 p.m. Central time (USA/Canada). Erin Horst, Elanco Animal Health dairy technical specialist, will serve as the instructor for this one-hour webinar. During the webinar, Horst will […]

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Coccidiosis in Dairy Cows

Coccidiosis in Dairy Cows By Heather Smith Thomas Bovine coccidiosis is one of the major diseases in young calves. It can quickly and easily spread, and can have devastating effects on calves. Coccidiosis occurs wherever cattle are raised; all adult animals harbor some of these protozoan parasites and shed a few in their feces, but […]

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