MSU Extension Dairy

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  Heifer hoof health – setting up your future herd for success

  Published on November 25, 2024
  Do you see fresh heifers coming in with digital dermatitis or corkscrew claw? Learn how foot bathing, hoof trimming and monitoring herd lameness can improve overall hoof health from heifers to mature cows.

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  Measuring antibiotic usage on your dairy farm: Why, how and what next?

  Published on November 19, 2024
  How many types of antibiotics does your farm use? How does your usage compare to other farms? Measuring something as complex as antibiotic usage on your dairy farm can seem intimidating, but MSU faculty and Extension staff can help.

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  Expanding the reach of MSU Extension: Cattle-focused program in Chile

  Published on November 18, 2024
  MSU Extension dairy educator and CANR global scholar offered program to veterinarians in Chile.

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  Optimizing farm facilities for effective heifer management

  Published on November 13, 2024
  Learn what factors make or break quality housing structures and take the time to go through your needs vs. wants when it comes to retrofitting and barn design, for all production stages.

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  Optimizing heifer growth and reproductive management: Practical insights for Michigan dairy producers

  Published on November 1, 2024
  From breeding based on percent mature body weight, to using synchronization protocols to improve conception rates, and understanding and using data to your advantage, Paul Fricke shares what he’s learned to create a foundation for long-term herd success.

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  Release of letter to veterinarians to discontinue use of aspirin in lactating dairy cattle

  Published on October 30, 2024
  The FDA released a letter to veterinarians to discontinue extra-label use of aspirin in lactating dairy cattle. Dairy producers and veterinarians should revisit treatment protocols for pain and fever to eliminate aspirin products from treatment regimens.

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  Keep animal behavior in mind when responding to an accident involving livestock

  Published on September 27, 2024
  When interacting with livestock, especially in stressful situations such as transportation accidents, being aware of an animal’s behavior and body language is important for everyone’s safety.

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  Pricing standing corn silage

  Published on August 23, 2024
  How to find a starting point for negotiations between buyer and seller.