Maximizing Immune Response and Health in Dairy Cattle
Maximizing Immune Response and Health in Dairy Cattle By Heather Smith Thomas Strong immunity and optimum health are very important in dairy cows. They have huge demands on their body for peak performance in milk production and healthy reproduction, along with ability to produce high-quality colostrum for their calves. The goal in every dairy is to find ways to optimize the health of those animals. Dr. Dean Elder, […]
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Lameness in Dairy Cattle
Lameness in Dairy Cattle Lameness is one of the biggest welfare and economic challenges facing dairy herds. Between 80% and 90% of cases originate in the hoof. These cases are generally classified as either infectious, such as foot rot and digital dermatitis, or non-infectious, including sole ulcers and white line disease. Pain from lameness reduces […]
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Mycotoxins in Feed
Mycotoxins in Feed By Heather Smith Thomas Mycotoxins are toxic fungal metabolites produced by molds such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Penicillium. They commonly develop in moldy, poorly stored, or drought-stressed feedstuffs, particularly corn, silage, and grains. The presence of mold does not necessarily mean mycotoxins are present, but it does indicate that conditions are favorable […]
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