Dairy Cows Must Pay Own Way for Profit
Texas and Ohio dairy scientists set break-even at about 6000 pounds of milk and 250 pounds of butterfat per cow yearly. Cows producing below this figure raise costs and reduce profits, while higher producers improve profitability with good management. Indiana dairymen cite a 4750 pound output as costly for milking rights, prompting emphasis on Dairy Herd Improvement and private herd tests. Extension programs, breeding to top bulls, and careful herd replacement impact future profitability. Blackleg risk also noted by Purdue experts, with signs of lameness and swelling.
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How To Judge Calf Potential
Dairy researchers test if six month old cattle appearance predicts future value. University of Virginia dairy scientists classify Ayrshire calves twice yearly, with 3,000 trials so far. Results show little correlation between six month look and post calving value. accuracy improves near calving but remains low.
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Barley in Broiler Feed and Egg Cleaning Tips
Investigators at Oregon State College report barley can safely make up to 25 percent of total grain in high efficiency broiler feed. USDA poultry specialists advise cleaning eggs by preventing dirt via clean nest material dry floors and collecting eggs two to three times daily. Recent experiments indicate granular insecticides control the corn borer more efficiently than dust forms and leave less residue on stalks fed to cattle.
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Oregon State College
U.S.D.A
Rusty Cans Hurt Quality Of Milk
Rusty battered cans with open seams contaminate milk and raise bacteria counts, causing souring and off flavors. Repair and retin or discard cans to improve milk quality, keeping Class I milk value higher and protecting market returns. Regular checks and replacement of bad cans are essential to maintain quality.
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