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How This New York Dairy Farm Slashed Their Feed Bill by 10%
When Butterville Farms in Adams, New York, switched feed companies in late 2023, they took a chance to cut costs. "You really couldn't say no to the price of feed, but the distance was a big factor," says Tim Keck, a partner at Butterville Farms. Located just 10...
Heat Stress Can Be Taxing
The summer heat comes around every year, whether we like it or not, and it requires preparation and action to help our animals cope. Even when the heat is months away, it is not too soon to start preparing. You might start testing sprinklers and fans and thinking...
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Will You Meet Your Calves’ Needs This Winter?
Maintaining optimal calf growth and health during cold weather can be a delicate balance. Taking a proactive stance in keeping calves’ energy levels up, stress levels down, and facilities up to par can help your calves avoid winter growth slumps. Use these management...
7 Tips to Jumpstart Your Cold Weather Calf Feeding Program
Cooler days and nights may have the thought of winter creeping into your mind. While 60 degrees F. is comfortable for us, calves fewer than three weeks old experience cold stress at this temperature. This can reduce growth and performance. For happy, healthy calves...
Help Calves Get Through the Cold Season
It’s cold outside, and your calves can feel it. Calves under three weeks of age can begin feeling cold stress much earlier than most people think. Even at ambient temperatures of 60 degrees F and below, cold stress can hinder calf growth and performance. Cold stress...