“Many producers adjust cow housing during drought and limited forage availability as well as for winter feeding and during forage dormancy,” says Meteer. “The key differences from traditional ...

Under-roof options, semi-confinement or extended drylot housing of beef cows are not new strategies. But University of Illinois Extension commercial agriculture educator Travis Meteer says he’s ...

Farmers are being reminded that maintaining excellent cow hygiene and comfort is essential during the winter housing period ...

ST. PAUL -- Stall bedding materials for cows have become increasingly expensive and difficult to find. This situation has prompted many dairy producers to search for more feasible alternatives, such ...

Although there is much information available on social dominance in dairy cattle the concept is still regularly discussed. The results of four experiments with dairy cows, together with the relevant ...

Lameness is a scourge seen in over 10% of the national dairy herd, which becomes even harder to control at this time of the year.