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Not all “sexed semen” is created equal
All “sexed semen” will produce a specific gender calf, but there are real differences in the benefits depending on the brand you choose. Click here to find out the important questions you should ask before choosing a brand.
Teat sealant lowers SCC in first calf heifers
More than 50 percent of first calf heifers freshen with an intramammary infection. Click to learn how dipping first calf heifers with an external teat sealant can lower clinical mastitis infections and SCC.
Ovsynch + CIDR improves pregnancy
Findings published in the July 2006 Journal of Dairy Science validate that using an EAZI-BREED CIDR insert during the Ovsynch protocol increased fertility in lactating dairy cattle. Click here to learn more.
Direct-fed microbials enhance a good transition cow program
Nearly 30 percent of all culls occur during the first 60 days in milk. Click here to learn about the benefits producers are seeing when adding direct-fed microbials to their transition cow programs.
Managing for a healthier, more profitable herd
Marlette, Michigan dairyman, Glen Phillips says, “testing and managing leukosis and Johne’s means better animal health and higher quality milk.” Click to learn more about the practices put in place in this 80-cow herd to manage leukosis and Johne’s and the benefits Phillips Farms is seeing as a result.
Convert and Bio Cycle Plus team up for better herd health
Healthier appetites, thriftier calves and improved conception rates are benefits Wisconsin dairyman, Maynard Hansen has seen by including Convert and Bio Cycle Plus to the herd’s feeding program. Click here to learn more about the benefits of these unique products containing L-form Lactobacillus and specialized proteins.
Treating very low worm infection increases milk production
A recent study proved that using Eprinex™ on cows with very low fecal egg counts for nematode parasites increased milk production for 180-200 days. Click to find out why low worm infection rates often go unreported and why identifying and treating low fecal egg counts is important.
Milk ELISA closer to official status
AntelBio continues to work on obtaining official status of the Johne’s Milk ELISA and recent steps are bringing that closer to reality. Click to learn more about the progress of this convenient and economical testing method to become an official screening tool in State and National Johne’s Control Programs.
AntelBio to offer BVD testing
Experimental work at AntelBio to develop BVD testing is nearing completion. Learn more about the testing options available in 2007.
Stockowner News
Stockowner meetings are planned and candidates are needed to run for the NorthStar Cooperative board of directors and the resolutions and advisory committee. Click for information on applying for one of the available positions and to find the stockowner meeting closest to you.
Monitor pregnancy rate with DHI data
Breeding as many eligible cows as possible will have the greatest impact on improving pregnancy rate. Learn how using your DHI 202 report or PCDART can make monitoring pregnancy rates easier.
Scholarships available
Application deadlines are drawing near for the NorthStar Cooperative scholarship, as well as the National DHIA scholarship. Click for more information on scholarship guidelines and where to obtain an application.
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