Dairy

Relevant Events
Technology for Grazing Dairies Webinar
September 27, 2023
WEBINAR: Technology for Grazing Dairies Webinar: Paddock Trac - A New Way to Measure Pasture
October 4, 2023
Artificial Insemination Training for Beef and Dairy
October 9 - October 11, 2023
BQA Level II Training and NYBPA Region 1 Farm Tour and Picnic
November 4, 2023
North Collins, NY
Transfer of passive immunity in calves: Ensuring calf health and profitability
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

Camila Lage, Cornell Cooperative Extension - SWNY team & Victor Malacco, Michigan State University Extension - September 15, 2023
Calves rely heavily on colostrum for immunity. Successful transfer of passive immunity is crucial. Evaluating and improving immune transfer can reduce deaths and the number of days calves are sick, enhancing overall herd performance and profitability.
8 Ways to Reduce Somatic Cell Counts in Your Dairy Cows

Daniela Roland, Dairy Educator, Penn State Extension Jun 28, 2023 (To access the original article, click here)
Many factors can influence SCC, from housing to lactation phase and milking protocols. With tighter margins and lower projected milk prices through the summer, focusing on management practices that can be controlled can help maintain or improve milk quality.
Summer tips to prevent winter hoof health issues - Progressive Dairy

Warm weather provides the perfect environment for pathogen activity and hoof damage. Address the dairy's management now to prevent hoof health issues when temperatures drop.
Mastering Pasture Management with Grazing Stick: A Pro Farmer's Tool for Success
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

The grazing stick is a valuable tool for farmers to measure pasture dry matter and estimate the available forage for their livestock. Its importance lies in providing a quick, practical, and calibrated measurement system to assess the grazing potential of a pasture. While using the grazing stick, it's essential to take multiple samples from various areas to ensure a representative value of the pasture's dry matter. This helps account for variations in the pasture's growth and grazing potential.
Interpretation of Milk Urea Nitrogen (MUN) Values - PSU Extension

MUN is a breakdown product of protein and it can be used to monitor protein status of cows.
Concentrate feeding strategies for maximizing performance in AMS
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

The advancement of automated milking systems presents an opportunity to optimize cow nutrition through tailored separate concentrate feeding.
Dairy Advancement Program receives continued funding
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

Dairy Advancement Program receives continued funding
Shielding grazing dairy cows from heat stress
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

Shielding grazing dairy cows from heat stress: effective strategies for farm management and cow welfare
Victor Malacco, Michigan State University and Camila Lage, Cornell Cooperative Extension - SWNY - June 22, 2023
Prioritizing shade, ample water access, and thoughtful management practices are crucial for protecting grazing dairy cows from heat stress, promoting their well-being and productivity during hot summer periods.
To access original article, click here
The Endemic Calf Parasite Cryptosporidium Parvum - PSU Extension

Wildfire Smoke - What Can we do for our Livestock?
Amy Barkley, Livestock Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

Wildfire smoke from ongoing Canadian fires is drifting into NYS. As livestock caretakers, we can make small adjustments to our animal care, handling, and housing to reduce the effects of exposure to fine particulates and poor air quality.
Too hot to handle: Episodic heat stress can be tough on cows
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

It is still spring, but you are probably already observing some signs of discomfort in your cows since we see days in the high 80s. I always believed the Northeast weather wouldn't be so bad on cows, but that's not true. Since it takes weeks for cows to acclimate to the heat, episodic heat stress is tough for cows to handle. Investing in heat abatement is a cost-benefit, even in our "moderate climate" area.
JUNE IS DAIRY MONTH!
Camila Lage, Dairy Management Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

June is an exciting time as it marks the arrival of summer, but it is also Dairy Month! Nothing better than finding a noble excuse to indulge in delicious food! This annual celebration started in 1937 and continues to date as a way to pay homage to the remarkable contributions of the dairy industry to our economy, culinary delights, and the community.
Upcoming Events
Is Grazing Sheep Beneath Solar Arrays and Opportunity for Your Future?
September 25, 2023
Mt. Morris, NY
Technology for Grazing Dairies Webinar
September 27, 2023
Protecting Against Murphy's Law: A FREE Live Seminar for Veterans.
October 4, 2023
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