asdf 25 http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/dairy-digest daily 1 2012-09-13T13:16:51Z http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/heat-stress-during-the-dry-period-affects-calves-too Research from the University of Florida shows that calves exposed to heat stress before birth have lower birth weights and compromised immunity. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-04-24T17:52:40Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/avoid-these-issues-with-group-housed-calves Two real world examples of group housing and feeding systems for calves and a discussion of the challenges in each system. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-04-24T17:52:42Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/can-parasite-control-be-more-effective-and-reduce-resistance-at-the-same-time Dairy producers are encouraged to design a parasite control program with their veterinarian. This article presents some elements that might be considered in crafting a more effective program. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-04-24T17:52:43Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/improving-heat-detection-rates-and-pregnancy-rates-in-repeat-breeders There are several ways to economically evaluate better reproduction. Whatever economic indicator is used, research suggests that the more efficient our dairy producers become at getting their entire dairy herd pregnant, both first service cows and repeat breeders, the potential exists for increased profitability for the dairy enterprise. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-02-22T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/appetite-for-milk Insight into world supply and demand factors that influence milk price. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-02-22T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/when-adding-hay-or-straw-for-effective-fiber-chop-forage-enough-to-minimize-sorting Penn State research suggests that when low quality forage is added to the diet to achieve extra chewing or rumination, chopping it fine enough to minimize sorting will help cows to consume the amount of forage desired and still provide physically effective fiber. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-02-22T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2013/transition-cow-housing-and-management Transitioning cows from the dry period into and through early lactation has a huge effect on the overall production and health of the entire herd. The way we house and manage the dry and prefresh cow ultimately determines the level of production she can achieve. No publisher Coleen Jones 2013-02-22T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/minimizing-calf-stress-in-winter-months It’s that time of year again! Cold weather is approaching and keeping every newborn and young calf healthy might be challenging. Wind and snow can add stress to even the healthiest of calves. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-12-10T19:25:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/can-there-be-amino-acids-other-than-methionine-and-lysine-limiting-milk-production-in-u.s.-dairy-herds Penn State research has determined that histidine can be a limiting amino acid in high-producing dairy cows fed corn silage and alfalfa haylage-based diets deficient in metabolizable protein (MP). This is primarily a result of the relatively low histidine concentration in microbial protein synthesized in the rumen. When formulating diets for high-producing dairy cows fed MP at or below NRC (2001) requirements, nutritionists should also balance for digestible histidine supply. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-12-10T19:23:11Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/how-much-deworming-is-enough-and-how-much-is-too-much Internal parasites continue to plague the livestock industries. Economic costs due to parasitism vary with animal age, stage of growth, degree of exposure, and level of nutrition. Late fall or winter is a good time for dairy producers to strategize with their veterinarian and develop a parasite control program that fits with animal care and planning for crops and forages. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-12-10T19:23:12Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/research-into-causes-of-stillborn-dairy-and-beef-calves Penn State will be conducting a survey to identify causes of stillborn calves in dairy and beef herds in Pennsylvania. Calves must be submitted for testing within 6 hours of birth. Read on for more information on stillbirths and contact information for participating in this research project. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-12-10T19:23:10Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/know-your-tariff-options-for-electricity Since the deregulation of electricity generation there have been numerous changes in the price structures for electricity. Take the time to investigate your options and consider changes that could save you money. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-11-05T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/herd-data-key-to-managing-dairy-replacement-heifers Controlling costs is just as important as ensuring the quality and quantity of heifers entering the dairy herd. Understanding a herd’s unique heifer need and availability based on key herd metrics can achieve insight into potential limitations or excess availability of heifers. Controlling these metrics to improve access to replacement opens the dairy business to greater control of quality of heifers becoming their next lactating herd participants. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-11-05T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/age-at-first-calving-continues-to-decline Holstein herds in Pennsylvania have made progress in reducing the average age of heifers at first calving. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-11-05T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/johne2019s-disease-going-going-gone Federal funding is gone, but Johne's Disease isn’t. This article presents some relatively easy and inexpensive management practices that you can use to minimize the level of infection and the impact of this disease in your herd. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-11-05T05:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/is-it-time-to-do-away-with-the-herd-bull-once-and-for-all Perspectives on the dangers of keeping bulls on the farm and alternatives that can help keep you, your family, and your employees safe. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-08-24T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/on-farm-research-from-university-of-minnesota-shows-benefit-of-pasteurizing-colostrum New research from the University of Minnesota confirms that colostrum pasteurization can be successful on commercial dairy farms. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-08-24T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/don2019t-forget-to-file-for-pennsylvania-fuel-tax-refund-september-30-deadline Any person who paid state taxes on liquid fuels used in agricultural production is eligible for a tax refund. (Those farmers who did not pay the fuel tax when they purchased gas, diesel fuel, and kerosene are not eligible for this program.) No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-08-24T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/two-perspectives-of-buying-and-selling-standing-corn In late summer and early fall, the talk of pricing standing corn for corn silage always seems to come up in conversation. Most look for a simple conversion from the current cost of grain corn to the value for corn silage. Unfortunately, in today’s economic environment, taking a little time to look at the factors involved with pricing corn silage from standing corn will help both the buyer and seller reach a fair price. Consider the price from each perspective, grain grower and forage buyer. No publisher Coleen Jones 2012-08-24T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/summer-ventilation-fan-efficiency-and-maintenance Poor maintenance can reduce efficiency of ventilation systems by as much as 40 percent. No publisher Rob Dickerson 2012-06-10T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/many-opportunities-exist-to-use-methane-on-the-farm Manure digesters will become more common on our dairy farms in the future, perhaps driven by odor control more than anything else. No publisher Rob Dickerson 2012-06-08T18:50:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/adapt-your-feeding-strategies-for-summer-conditions In addition to cooling, shade, and ventilation, strategic adjustments to diet formulation and feeding management can help cows to better cope with extreme weather conditions. No publisher Mary Wodecki 2012-06-07T23:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/lameness-domino-effect Research shows how lameness can contribute to reproductive problems that drain profits No publisher Mary Wodecki 2012-06-07T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/freestalls-for-heifers-yes Designed and managed properly freestall shelters can be a good fit on productive dairy farms. No publisher Mary Wodecki 2012-04-26T04:00:00Z News Item http://extension.psu.edu/animals/dairy/news/2012/multi-fuel-flexibility-coping-with-higher-energy-prices Since we cannot predict prices of energy in the future, we need to prepare for fluctuations in prices of the various energy sources. No publisher Mary Wodecki 2012-04-25T04:00:00Z News Item