Wisconsin dairy farm tells all about their Fleckvieh genetics history
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Beef breeds as breeding tool – Why not use Dual purpose genetics and still have the power to select what offspring you want?
Have a read of this article – it brings to mind the splendid use of Dual purpose genetics for the added value versatility to the dairy farmer aka Fleckvieh! WHY and HOW? Obviously the use of beef genetics by using embryos is not the same as crossbreeding. The case...
Foot bath technology worth looking at: hoof count.com – see videos and info below
Many farms use foot baths and struggle with maintaining it such that each cow has a decent bath and is effective over the long haul. Lameness is a serious issue – cow body condition plays a significant part in arming the cow against lameness – see a scientific publication...
Cheese production using Fleckvieh and breed comparison
https://www.fleckvieh.co.za/blog/post/there-is-no-milk-like-fleckvieh-milk/...
aAa mating principles as an aid in breeding decisions and sire selection
Breeding for balance with aAa analysis From: Progressive Dairyman Intern Michael Cox Published on 24 August 2015 Everything in life is a balance; even too much of a good thing can be bad. When breeding cows, farmers often tip the balance in favor of high yields and components, but...
2020 calendar to post and use as you may need
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Fluid balance in the post partum cow – udder edema
Have you ever asked yourself why there are cows coming into milk with more udder edema than others? Is it related to the time in utero? A hard calving? Age of the cow/heifer? Genetic causes? Feed related issues? Environmental circumstances? In depth discussion paper: https://dairy-cattle.extension.org/prevention-of-udder-edema-in-dairy-cows/ Preventing Udder Edemas in...
Handling cows for treatment – surgeries, herd work, safe examinations
If you have ever asked yourself – how can I work on my cattle with less fuss and potential for injury? Check out the below link. Easy Boss E Home...
ProCROSS crossbreds were more profitable than their Holstein herdmates in a 10-year study with high-performance Minnesota dairy herds Dr. Amy Hazel, Dr. Brad Heins, and Dr. Les Hansen University of Minnesota
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Tips and Technology related blog articles previously published to assist the Fleckvieh dairy farmer – see listing below
blog articles listed with specific technology that can help reach your goals in achieving a great performing Felckvieh dual purpose herd: #1. Humane and ethical treatment of down cattle #2. Biosecurity on your dairy farm #3. Stray voltage problems in Dairy cattle #4. How to reduce your dairy farm...