Nutrition and Reproduction
The name of the mating game is ENERGY! Attention to detail, including a focus on…
The name of the mating game is ENERGY! Attention to detail, including a focus on…
Peak milk yield is often cited as a bellwether for the entire lactation performance. Given…
Successful mating starts well before the breeding season; two of the keys to success are…
While starch is well-known as a great source of energy, several additional factors make it…
Improving your herd’s peak milk production levels will go a long way to lift the…
When a mineral is pivotal for animal health, it’s good to take a close look…
The popularity of maize silage as a common source of preserved forage is largely due…
As one of the most common metabolic disorders seen on modern dairy farms, ketosis is…
Peak milk levels may seem a distant thought, but the basis for success in this…
Dairy cows deliver the most for your business when they are at peak lactation, so…
When paddocks are sodden and moisture levels go off the chart, even with the best…
Are you prepared for the nutritional challenges that go hand-in-hand with winter crops? Here’s a…
The weeks before and after calving are nature’s window for optimising production and profitability. That’s…
Body condition scoring is an accepted method of assessing the levels of a cow’s energy…
Protein is one of the most important nutrients in a ruminant diet forming the building…
Pasture is king in New Zealand and the cheapest feed available on dairy farms. Skilful…
High somatic cell counts (SCC) are an obvious concern for farmers, but even if your…
Pop quiz: Can you name the three main nutritional components of animal feed? If this…
What to watch out for when planning your winter feed strategies for cattle.
There has been a recent spotlight on palm kernel extract (PKE) and the influence it…
There are several factors that play a role in achieving a maximum return from your…
When animals are fed exclusively on pasture, it pays to take a close look at…
Fodder beet is increasingly popular as a winter feed for dairy cows. However, it does…
Much emphasis is placed on rearing good quality calves from birth to 100 kg. Attention…
Given the relatively poor state of pasture over winter, many beef farmers accept negligible growth…
When stock graze pasture or eat supplementary feed, they get more than just the plant…
When you receive the laboratory results, you may not immediately know what they mean. Find…
As we move towards summer, the fire risk boards are being joined by another warning…
Typically dairy heifers are coming into the dairy herd too light.
Ensuring young stock fulfil their potential is critical to the future success of your farm…
Would you like to know how you can best influence your lambing percentages and achieve…
Much emphasis is placed on rearing good quality calves from birth to 100 kg. Attention…
Triplet-bearing ewes offer potential economic benefits for farmers, provided they and their lambs survive. However,…
Raising healthy young stock starts with a successful calf rearing programme.
Calves require a dry, draught free environment with easy access to feed, fibre and fresh,…
There really is no better way of finding out what’s in your pasture than doing…
The first 12 hours are a critical period in a calf’s life, as their gut…
The aim of all calf rearing programmes is to grow calves rapidly to target weights…
When it comes to rearing calves, be it for replacement heifers or dairy beef, some…
Rearing calves for beef can be a fickle business. What differentiates successful operators is the…
Whether you farm dairy or dry stock, raising strong, healthy calves is vital for the…
By employing the right management practices you’ll give your calves the best chance to meet…
Early rumen development is a vital part of the nutrition corner, ensuring the animal is…
Respiratory illness in calves is a common problem. These illnesses can be difficult to resolve,…
The choice of calf meal is a critical decision. Take a moment to look at…
Giving calves the very best start in life pays off every which way. One of…
As future ruminants, calves benefit from the early introduction of solid feed to help their…