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Vaccinating cows for reproductive diseases begins with the heifer
Published on October 8, 2013
The best time to vaccinate cows for reproductive diseases is before breeding but finding the window of opportunity after calving and before breeding can be challenging. The key starts with a sound heifer vaccination program. -
Michigan hay prices trend lower in 2013 compared to 2012
Published on October 4, 2013
Good, high quality dairy hay is still a premium product. -
Growing local barley for local beer-making
Published on October 1, 2013
Statewide interest in local barley has Michigan State University moving ahead with research on malting barley. -
Afraid of what your employees might say?
Published on September 27, 2013
As employers we are often afraid to ask employees for input on decisions, assuming they will ask for something that we cannot, or do not want to deliver. -
Working toward balanced targets
Published on September 27, 2013
Establish three performance measures that each employee should be working to achieve. -
Water use for heat abatement
Published on September 27, 2013
Using a combination of water and fans is an effective method of cooling cows during summer heat. In planning for upgrades to the cooling system, extra pumping from the well and storage in the lagoon should also be considered. -
Sire selection for calving ability traits
Published on September 26, 2013
Genetic evaluations for calving ability traits can be incorporated into dairy sire selection decisions. -
What if we could see germs?
Published on September 26, 2013
Protecting animals from disease pathogens (germs) requires that we look beyond what we can see. -
Unmanned aerial vehicles for precision agriculture
Published on September 12, 2013
Unmanned aerial vehicles are evolving into a robust tool for precision agriculture. Farmers throughout the world could benefit from this technology by becoming better managers of their production practices. -
Can crop residue be harvested sustainably in Michigan?
Published on September 10, 2013
Livestock feed and bioenergy are creating new markets for crop residue such as corn stover. Careful attention to removal rates can help maintain soil productivity.