by AlphaGenetics | Jan 8, 2015 | Advice and Tips
2014 was a great year for dairymen in terms of the milk prices. But what about the future? Nothing is really nailed down, correct? So take a deep breath. Could it all change and go down? Yes! Seasons change, fuel prices vary, corn and soybean prices jump around. Milk...
by AlphaGenetics | Nov 19, 2014 | Advice and Tips
Somatic Potential Cell Milk Loss Count Lb/Cow/Lactation) (In 1000’s) 0-50 0 51-75 100 76-100 300 EXCELLENT...
by AlphaGenetics | Jun 19, 2014 | Advice and Tips
One of the best management practices is liberal culling of non-profitable cows. This also includes persistent high SCC/ mastitis (300 SCC and up) cows, those with feet and leg, udder and even disposition problems, or cows fresh ten months and not pregnant. There are...
by AlphaGenetics | Jun 19, 2014 | Advice and Tips, Uncategorized
Heat and stress are just facts of life in summer. Yes, even in the upper Midwest, 100°F and hotter temperatures have been recorded. Plan ahead! STRATEGIES TO TAKE THE “STRESS” OUT OF THE HEAT 1. Cows are cool weather animals. They prefer temps below 55°F. At 68°F milk...
by AlphaGenetics | Dec 19, 2012 | Advice and Tips
1) Sheer milk volume alone will not do it. How much is it costing you to achieve high performance? 2) Feed is the biggest expense. Like fuel in vehicles, you must “shop for” the best feed values. In this year following a near USA nationwide long summer drought, feed...
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