Cattle

Thứ 2, 24/02/2025

Study to take 'new approach' to mastitis

Project will explore how presence and function of bacteria in mammary gland changes during first six weeks after birth and how those changes affect whether

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Dwarf cattle breeds make cool cows

Research will open up new ways of assessing heat stress tolerance and breeding for sustainable livestock production.

New method developed for monitoring pasture nutrients

Process compares pasture nutrient levels obtained by traditional laboratory methods to readings from handheld NIRS device.

Nutrition 2.0 could bring dietary changes for dairy cows

Almost all classes of nutrients can act like hormones, and some feed additives may need to be reconsidered in terms of their role in signaling, says researcher.

Beef checkoff transparency lawsuit proceeds

USDA and NCBA file opening briefs for summary judgment on whether they should release government audit documents.

Alternative antimicrobial chitosan may boost dairy cow feed efficiency

Supplementing dairy cow diets with chitosan may boost feed efficiency and increase milk levels of unsaturated fatty acids, however, also adding whole raw soybea

Study: Cows fed functional oils have greater milk fat yield in comparison…

Blended functional oils boost milk fat production, support dairy cow production during heat stress and could provide producers an alternative to ionophore use

Cow/calf producers should estimate winter feed needs

Accurate knowledge of average cow size and average weight of operation’s big round bales necessary to predict hay needs and hay feeding strategies.

Managing corn mycotoxin levels in dairy cattle feed

Learn what an industry professional has to say about the risk of feeding mycotoxins.

Tips for feeding livestock agro-industrial waste

This is a delicate exercise that often ends up in a disaster, but with the help of experienced professionals, it can result in significant feed cost savings.

Fatty acids, lipids considered in novel approach to fatty liver disease

Supplementing dairy cow diets with DHA and choline may be a way to address fatty liver disease, stemming from a new understanding of fatty acid nutrition