Calculating calving distribution is one way to evaluate the previous year’s cow herd reproductive performance. This assessment calculates the number of cows calving in 21-day periods during the ...

NORWOOD YOUNG AMERICA, Minn. — Dairy cow reproduction is a concern of every dairy producer, and was a subject highlighted at the recent 15th annual Carver County/University of Minnesota Dairy Expo.

The evolution of production and reproduction over the last 40 years has greatly influenced how we manage today’s dairy herds. The dairy industry’s “perfect cow” has changed dramatically over the past ...

WILLIAMS — A workshop on cow reproductive health will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Louis Cairos, 558 Seventh St. Sponsored by the Glenn/Colusa Cattlemen’s Association, topics include ...

ST. ROSA, Minn. — Dairy cow reproduction has been in steady decline for the last 10 years. Former New Ulm veterinarian Gary Neubauer saw it in his practice and says the problem is nationwide. Neubauer ...

Achieving an appropriate calcium balance in dairy cows is critical near calving, but not only to ensure a healthy transition to lactation. According to a new study, calcium added to acidified ...

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State Extension recently launched an online course focused on the basics of bovine reproduction and safe, efficient reproductive management practices and protocols. One of ...

Evidence indicates that allowing beef calves to stay in the maternal herd beyond the age of natural weaning promotes animal welfare and may enhance the cows' natural reproductive potential.