Displaying items by tag: calving

Proactive farming and a stringent plan is credited for minimising the impact of the industry-wide ban on routine inductions which came into effect this season, says Canterbury veterinarian Bernice Mangnall.

Getting cows in-calf quickly is key to achieving a good calving pattern, says DairyNZ.

Tail painting remains the most widely used form of heat detection in New Zealand, according to GEA FIL, the makers of Tell Tail heat detection paint.

Dairy farm injuries rise during calving and WorkSafe is reminding farmers of the risks posed by livestock and vehicles.

For cows, the calving period (2 weeks before calving until 2 weeks after) is the highest risk period for new mastitis infections, and wet conditions significantly increase that risk.

 Dairy farmers are being urged to look at breeding the balance of dairy herds (after replacements) to proven beef genetics.

Australian farmers Trevor and Anthea Saunders are dedicated Jersey breeders. Anthea controls the calf rearing on their farm in Warragul, Victoria, determined to give them the best possible start.

One vet clinic says it is doing its bit to help cash-strapped dairy farmers.

Nutritional scours is one of the two forms of scours in unweaned calves. The other form is pathogenic scours. 

Adopting a transition feeding programme should be a ‘no-brainer’ for Australian dairy farmers, says a nutrition and animal health specialist.