Transition Cow Tuesdays
Nov 2 - Transition Cow Nutrition This session discusses why the transition diet has a tremendous impact on cow health and milk production, and how to ensure adequate nutrition is supplied at each phase of transition.
Nov 9 - Feeding the Transition Cow The mechanics of providing feed in conjunction with transition cow behavior is a crucial aspect in providing adequate nutrition. We'll discuss factors in feeding management during this session.
Nov 16 - Selective Dry Cow Therapy Learn how dry cow therapy impacts transition cow management. We will discuss the basics of selective dry cow therapy.
Nov 23 - Facility Considerations Housing can make or break a cow's transition period and her next lactation. Both her physical and behavioral needs will be discussed.
Nov 30 - Calving Parturition is critical step in transition. This session will discuss the basics of cow behavior, calving assistance, and physiology.
Dec 7 - Post Calving Monitoring This session will outline the steps for monitoring cow health post calving.
Dec 14 - Evaluating Transition Management This session will cover Dairy Comp items to track and measure success of the transition program.
Tranistion Cow Tuesday's (PDF; 250KB)
Event Details
Date
November 2, 2021
November 9, 2021
November 16, 2021
November 23, 2021
November 30, 2021
December 7, 2021
December 14, 2021
Time
12:30 pm - 1:00pm
Location
Virtually via Zoom
Cost
Free Registration : Free
Host
ProDairy
Field Crops
Dairy
Business
Livestock
Grains
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