Dairy producers should take the time to explore the National Dairy Animal Well-Being website to learn more about the producer-led coalition. The coalition is encouraging producers to: “to forward your comments to your co-op or producer organization, enabling them to compile all comments from their members.” The National Dairy Animal Well-Being Initiative is a producer-led coalition that includes members from … Read More
AgriLabs Introduces New Colostrx Plus
AgriLabs is proud to announce the introduction of Colostrx(R) Plus, a colostrum supplement for dairy and beef cattle. The Colostrx Plus supplement has an industry-high level of globulin protein of 55 grams. “Already the sole U.S. Colostrx distributor, AgriLabs is excited to own this time-tested brand and reformulate it to better meet real-world needs,” says business unit manager David Zehendner. … Read More
Extended Treatment for PIRSUE
Pfizer Animal Health has announced that the therapy PIRSUE® has received approval for extended treatment. Be sure to ask your veterinarian for more information. Dairy producers can now use PIRSUE® (pirlimycin hydrochloride) Sterile Solution for extended duration therapy treatment of subclinical and clinical mastitis. Pfizer Animal Health recently received the supplemental approval for PIRSUE, which is indicated for the treatment … Read More
Canada confirms 12th case of BSE
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirmed on Tuesday a case of BSE in a 6-year-old dairy cow from Alberta. The animal’s carcass is under CFIA control, and no part of it entered the human food or animal feed system. The age and location of the infected cow are consistent with previous cases in Canada, and this case will not affect … Read More
Outstanding Dairy Industry Edcucator/Researcher
One of the awards given by Western Dairy Business Magazine at World Ag Expo is the Outstanding Dairy Industry Edcucator/Researcher. This year that honor was presented to Dr. John Smith, Kansas State University. Dr. Smith was interviewed by Dairyline’s Bill Baker. He’s humbled by the award. He’s one of the presenters at the Dairy Profit Seminars that were held at … Read More
Study reveals consumer views on animal welfare
A recent study, sponsored by the American Farm Bureau Federation and conducted by the Bureau for Social Research at Oklahoma State University (OSU) surveyed approximately 1,000 randomly selected people from across the U.S. on their attitudes in regards to animal welfare. The 48-question survey was conducted by telephone. Bailey Norwood, an OSU economist and primary researcher in charge of the … Read More
Value of Starch in Corn Silage
Along with higher corn prices, the value of corn silage has tracked notably higher. The industry used to reference corn silage values at “a penny a pound” or $20 per ton. However, the higher corn market and costs related to silage harvest have boost corn silage values in upwards of $50 per ton, says Dr. Bill Mahanna, coordinator of global … Read More
NAIS Exemption Under Fire
The Farm Bill debate continues in the Senate, and now government watchdog groups are questioning exempting National Animal Identification from the Freedom of Information Act (FIOA). The Society of Professional Journalists, the American Civil Liberties Union and others say an attempt to ban the disclosure of information from a national animal tracking system could exempt some Agriculture Department documents from … Read More
Role of Yeast in Unstable Silages
While yeast is a common ingredient in feed rations, including yeast in silage can cause stability issues, particularly when there is significant variability in the corn crop, says Dr. Bill Mahanna, coordinator of global nutritional services for Pioneer Hi-Bred. An increasing amount of yeast can impact digestibility and palatability of the silage, but more importantly yeast can “heat up” the … Read More
Fresh Cow Advice From Pfizer
Pfizer Animal Health has some advice to help producers develop prevention management practices. Using systematic and comprehensive monitoring programs for facility layout, animal flow and employee training can dairy producers increase profits. “A good fresh cow management program is critical to the success and profitability of a dairy,” says Mark Kirkpatrick, DVM, Manager, Dairy Veterinary Operations, Pfizer Animal Health. “When … Read More