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Sow mortality: The hidden consequences
My first experience in pig farming was in Brazil. That is my bias. I needed to come to the U.S. to experience the impact of PRRS on a swine farm. I was horrified with how much damage a nasty strain can cause...READ MORE ›
Calf in Stall
Calf Success: Seasonal growth rates of Holstein heifer calves
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
It is common knowledge for some but less well-known by others that seasonality has a…READ MORE ›

Stocker Calves
The stocker calf enterprise
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The stocker cattle segment of the beef industry takes young, lightweight, weaned calves…READ MORE ›

Start Stop Continue
Building a better you: Improving your swine business through the Start-Stop-Continue exercise
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The Start-Stop-Continue exercise is a simple but useful tool for both personal and team…READ MORE ›

Alfalfa
Alfalfa heaving: A potential concern for this year’s alfalfa crop
By Jon Pretz, PH.D.,
Alfalfa stands across the Midwest are sometimes damaged during the winter and early…READ MORE ›

Finisher Pig Care
Have new employees? Share this video on finisher pig care with them
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Due to the changing dynamics of today’s workforce, many of our animal care workers have…READ MORE ›

Dairy Calf
Calf Success: What you need to know about electrolyte therapy in young calves
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
Young calves are around 70–75 percent water by bodyweight and must be well-hydrated in…READ MORE ›

Dairy Cows
Re-evaluating heifer inventory and costs
By Angie Golombeski, Ph.D.,
Recently dairy farmers have faced several challenges, and one of the largest of those…READ MORE ›

Silage
Forage inoculants and preservatives: Essentials for an optimal forage program
By Jon Pretz, PH.D.,
We all know that feeding cows high-quality forage can translate to increased…READ MORE ›

Dairy Calf
Calf care: Daily walk-throughs
By Ellan Dufour, M.S.,
When performing daily walk-throughs with your calves there are four things to consider:…READ MORE ›