A.I. organizations go through several quality control steps to ensure the best product for their customers, however, semen quality evaluations are occasionally warranted to address field questions.
The benefits of incorporating headlocks into a dairy facility are numerous.
Cow comfort is critical to maintaining high producivity, optimizing herd health and increasing reproduction.
As the industry continues to improve genetics, the relationship between animals will increase in all herds and in all cattle, including natural service sire usage.
The primary goal of a replacement heifer program is to rear heifers to attain a desired age and body weight early so they can reach puberty, establish pregnancy and calve easily at minimal cost.
This article highlights some of the reproductive challenges facing cows during heat stress, thereby reducing a dairy’s profit.
Recent studies confirm that preventing mastitis in early lactation animals improves reproductive efficiency.
Utilize artificial insemination to gain the full benefit of improved reproductive performance and more.
The number of straws to thaw effectively depends on many variables including technician proficiency, proper thawing technique, and environmental conditions to name a few.
Managing milk quality and udder health is a constant challenge, but the challenge takes on new meaning when harsh winter weather conditions set in.
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