The Dairy Cow and Feed Economy in Iowa Farms
An Iowa dairy expert explains how the dairy herd is divided by profitability, stressing that only well nourished cows yield milk and fat. He cites a University feeding experiment showing milk output rising from 518 to 662 pounds per cow with balanced rations and mineral support, urging use of alfalfa and clover for protein, silage to cut grain costs, and careful protein-rich feed sourcing for economical milk production.
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Dairy silo design notes for efficient silage storage and feeding
The article explains circular silos as cheaper, space efficient, with height set by feeding days and diameter by cattle. daily silage intake per cow is about forty pounds. It warns surface spoilage if the top layer is not replenished, and notes silage alone is unbalanced, needing hay and concentrated feed to meet protein needs.
Breeding Drives Dairy Improvement Not Feeding Power
Lecture notes argue permanent dairy gains come from breeding, not feeding. A sire with strong prepotency is key. many farmers keep sires solely for milking cows, hindering improvement. The piece cites purebred bulls with proven milk records and outlines economic gains from better progeny, stressing sire selection as the main driver of herd productivity.
A Bigger Profit for Farmers in Dairy Yields
A dairy article argues Iowa cows average 140 pounds butter yearly but many surpass 300 pounds. It warns current cows underperform compared with 25 years ago, urging modernization to raise national milk and butter production and farm efficiency. The piece notes improvements in farming tools and livestock but calls for better cow productivity.
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Dairying for Money and Silo Filling Tips
The article extols dairy farming profitability, noting cows yield a clear annual profit over feed and care costs. It emphasizes silage timing, proper packing, surface level control, sealing the silo after filling, and soaking straw with water to create a rotted mass.
Dairy Barn Design for Iowa Farms
The article argues for proper dairy barn design in Iowa to keep cows healthy and productive. It covers site selection, drainage, ventilation, lighting, and materials, warning against basement barns and detailing dimensions, stalls, and feeding alleys. It also emphasizes ventilation systems, light, and the idea that farms are factories turning raw materials into finished dairy products.
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