Contents of this Issue:
Click on each article individually or download the entire contents here (September 2008 KY Dairy Notes).
Improving Cow Comfort Through Proper Neck Rail Placement
Neck rail placement plays a critical role in freestall usage. Cow comfort could be dramatically improved in many existing freestall barns by moving the neck rail.
Price Contracts for Dairy Cattle Concentrate or Grain Mixes
Price contracting is an excellent tool used by many dairy farmers to lock in prices for complete grain mixes or protein supplements. This practice allows dairy farmers to budget for upcoming feed costs and plan their feeding programs for the upcoming months/year.
An Update on Sex-sorted Semen in Dairy Heifers
Results of a large field study utilizing sex-sorted semen in dairy heifers indicate the conception rate is higher than previously reported.
Milk Price Outlook
While milk prices are likely to average lower in 2009 than 2008, the base milk price is still likely to average above $17.00.
Is There a COP on the Premises?
Patrolling Cost of Production (COP) can provide a substantial benefit to the modern dairy farm business.
Selecting a Project Dairy Heifer
Choosing a project heifer can be a difficult and confusing decision. Finding the
right heifer can be a chore but it can mean a friendship that lasts a lifetime.
Dr. Heersche Receives Hoard’s Award
George Heersche, Jr. is the 2008 national recipient of the Hoard’s Dairyman Youth Development Award presented by the American Dairy Science Association.
National Milk Transportation Security and Traceability Demonstration
University of Kentucky College of Agriculture researchers have been heading up a project aimed at improving food safety and defense measures associated with bulk milk transport.
Upcoming Events:
October 9-Milk Transportation Security and Traceability Demonstration, Lexington, KY
