Euthanizing Decisions: Never an Easy Call.

Euthanizing Decisions: Never an Easy Call.

Euthanizing Decisions: Never an Easy Call. There’s no doubt that dairy farmers place an immense amount of pride into their operations and livestock, working around the clock to ensure both quality care and optimal management. Hands down, one of the least glorious parts of this job is making  the tough decision to euthanize a cow […]

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Importance Colostrum Dairy Calves

Importance of Colostrum for Dairy Calves

Importance of Colostrum for Dairy Calves Dr. Pete Erickson, Extension Dairy Specialist, University of New Hampshire, says the most important thing for any calf is to get colostrum soon after birth, since it is vital to the calf’s health. “We mainly think about colostrum in terms of immunity, but another important ingredient (besides the fluid) […]

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Value of Managing Milk Temperature

The Value of Managing Milk Temperature

The Value of Managing Milk Temperature A dairy chiller is the most critical component in ensuring milk is made from cow to dairy counter at a safe and healthy temperature. So, how does the milking process work? Cow milking machines automatically pump milk from cows into refrigerated tanks. Once the milk is collected, the pasteurization […]

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