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Advanced Estrus Detection System Available Soon
SELECT DETECT is an advanced estrus technology tool that collects activity data 24/7, 365 days a year to determine when cows are in estrus. There are currently over 20 SELECT DETECT systems installed across the U.S., including ten right here in the Midwest. Click to learn more about this easy to use system.
Call for candidates
Stockowners in Districts 3, 4, 9 and 10 are needed to run for a three-year-term position on the NorthStar Cooperative board of directors. Candidates are also needed to run for a one-year-term on the board of directors for district 6. Additionally, stockowners are needed from each district to serve on the resolutions and advisory committee. Click to learn how to apply.
Talk about a lot of bang for your buck!
Did you know DHI accounts for less than ½ of 1 percent of all expenses on the average dairy? While the investment is very small, the value is not. DHI records are consulted for decisions regarding 42 percent of total dairy expenses, as well as 84 percent of a dairy farm’s income. This return on investment is one of the reasons that NorthStar Cooperative’s DHI Services has seen a 48 percent increase in cows on test over the past decade. Read on.
Troubleshooting conception problems in dairy cattle
Troubleshooting conception rate problems in dairy herds is not an easy task! There are multiple areas to consider and the problem is compounded by the fact that in most herds, low conception rate is not a major problem in any one area, but rather minor problems in several areas. According to NorthStar Dairy Production Analyst, Julie Ainsworth, there are many areas to consider. Click to learn about the key areas and what to look for.
New DHI-420 report integrates production data with Johne’s test results
A new DHI report that incorporates production data with Johne’s test results is now available. The Johne’s DHI-420 report provides a host of benefits to help evaluate and manage Johne’s positive cows. Read more about this new report that provides a cumulative list of test positive cows with their current production statistics, as well as other valuable information.
Toxin ALERT
We have heard of DON contaminated wheat this year, and, depending on what the remainder of the growing season brings (temperature, rainfall, etc.), don’t be surprised if this year’s corn is also above average again in contamination rates at harvest. Click to learn more from Dr. John A. Doerr, Vice President Science and Technology, Agrarian Marketing Corporation.
Ainsworth named Select Mating Consultant of the Year
NorthStar Cooperative genetic consultant Julie Ainsworth, has been honored as the 2010 Select Mating Service™ (SMS™) consultant of the year. This national award is presented annually to a genetic consultant that exemplifies the qualities that makes SMS known world-wide as the premier mating program in the industry to assist dairy producers in developing genetic business plans. Read more.
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