With the advancement of technology and farmer specialization, the management of cows has become more professional than ever. With the movement to close significant gaps in management strategies and refine the best practices, precision nutrition has emerged as a vital tool, particularly in light...

Given the increasing concerns from consumers regarding the welfare of cows, particularly calves, it is crucial to prioritize and ensure the well-being of the animals. However, this responsibility should not be viewed only as an obligation, but also as an opportunity to enhance both animal comfort...

Housing systems for calves have a crucial impact on their well-being and health. Designed to create an ideal environment that promotes comfortable development, constant advancements have been made in these housing systems to prioritize calf welfare and maximize their growth potential. By...

Securing the next generation of cows in the future stands as one of the most significant responsibilities of dairy farmers in the present. As we approach the summer season, it becomes crucial to address the challenges of heat stress, considering it can alter the future of our productions by...

Producing high-quality silage is an immensely demanding task and thus, it is essential to ensure proper management when feeding it to cows so consistency and quality are maintained at the bunker. While the results of production are always on focus, the safety of our workers throughout each step...

As we move further into the scorching summer, the challenge of heat stress seems to become increasingly daunting. It is not impossible to be overcome, however, and two pivotal steps towards mitigating its effects are comprehending its repercussions by discerning the telltale signs cows exhibit...

Achieving a high daily milk production is a primary goal when selecting cow traits in a herd, but what does it take to consistently maintain highly productive cows? It is necessary to select resilient cows that are capable of sustaining continuous milk production throughout the entire lactation...

As summer approaches, we must be prepared to manage heat stress and prevent losses among our cows. Heat stress can lead to substantial losses in revenue for dairies, so it’s important to turn over every rock in looking for solutions. In this episode, with Dr. Glenn Holub, we explore the...

In order to ensure profitability on our farms while producing top-quality milk, we must carefully consider both technical and economic factors when solving problems and managing our cows, since this approach leads to more precise and profitable results. In that sense, managing somatic cell count...

The journey that dairy products undertake starts at the dairy farm and ends at the consumer's table, where milk fluid or other dairy products are consumed. Throughout that process, milk stability is critical, and farms can contribute to a positive consumer experience by managing farm-level...

In recent years, automatic milking systems have become a valuable tool for dairy farmers, offering solutions to labor challenges and providing efficient management of cow milking. With it, farmers can streamline their daily tasks while also gaining valuable insights into cow behavior and...