2011 Archives
December 2011
Management Is Key to Providing Good Cow Comfort
Heating water is one of the most energy-intensive functions on the dairy.
A recent study at Penn State was designed to compare total serum protein and IgG concentrations and apparent efficiency of absorption (AEA) in Holstein heifer calves
A variety of housing types and arrangements can be used to assemble a productive replacement raising system
A variety of housing types and arrangements can be used to assemble a productive replacement raising system
October 2011
Flood-affected forages might contain heavy metals, petroleum compounds, and sewage that might adversely animal health or contaminate animal-based food products.
Frequent testing will allow for a more consistent feed ration
To improve feed efficiency, you must understand the many factors that influence it.
Feed inventory tracking enhances feed management decisions.
Penn State Reproduction Drill Down Tool provides a systematic approach to critically analyze the major factors affecting heat detection rate and conception rate.
Professor shares experiences as a volunteer engineer in Ukraine.
August 2011
Feed efficiency is increasingly important during times of high input and low output costs.
Misunderstandings lead to misuse of this valuable product.
Discussion on the various elements of cow-centered housing
Study looks at benefits and costs that treating sick calves have on milk production
Scientists from around the world shared research at annual meeting in New Orleans.
June 2011
Research shows many components have long-term impact on calves
Forestripping should be applied to all milking routines and is a fundamental practice that can help to greatly increase milk quality.
What the first 10 years of the 21st Century have taught us about milk production.
Research herd demonstrates challenges of grouping cows.
April 2011
Appearance alone does not reliably predict IgG content.
Increased scrutiny requires proper protocols.
Increasing particle size will increase chewing activity and saliva production.
Milk fat is a valuable part of what goes into the bulk tank.
Many challenges to quantifying methane emissions from wild ruminants.
February 2011
Law will ban manufacture and use of incandescent bulbs
Concerns about testing for pharmaceutical residues.
Several factors contribute to older age at first calving.
Tips for accommodating head and lunge space.
