Keeping the Dairy Going in Cold Weather
When the Snow Flies: Keeping the Dairy Going in Cold Weather By Jaclyn Krymowski for American Dairymen Winter weather presents several challenges to both the cows and how daily farm operations are conducted. Cold can bring just as much stress and damage as heat, and as with summer, the best way to avoid major issues […]
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Winter Water Management
Winter Water Management By Jessica Graham When winter settles in, life on the dairy farm can get hectic and dairymen have plenty to watch. Feed, bedding, ventilation, body condition, and keeping cows comfortable all move higher on the priority list. Is water on your list too? A dairy cow can go only so long without […]
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Dairy’s Growth Surge: Is Your Operation Ready for What’s Next?
Dairy’s Growth Surge: Is Your Operation Ready for What’s Next? Growth and investment in any business is partnered with opportunity and risk, and the dairy industry is no exception with the expected investment of more than $11 billion in new and expanded manufacturing facilities across 19 states, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. “The […]
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Choosing the Right Flooring for Cow Comfort and Hoof Health
Choosing the Right Flooring for Cow Comfort and Hoof Health By Jessica Graham Maintaining healthy hooves is a critical part of managing a productive dairy herd. When a cow experiences foot pain or lameness, her normal behavior can change. She may spend less time at the feed bunk and more time lying down to take […]
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