Displaying items by tag: calving

Spend time with staff and set clear expectations for the upcoming calving season.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 08 July 2021 14:55

Heat detection made easier

First shown on the Virtual Fieldays 2020 platform, the Tailpainter heat detection tool is now complemented by the Dairy Paint tallpaing range, which made it's debut at the 2021 physical event.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 08 July 2021 13:55

Safe, healthy bedding for calves

The first sixty days of a calf's life is crucial.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 08 July 2021 12:55

Checking springers

Cows close to calving, or springers, must be inspected frequently.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 08 July 2021 11:55

Have your NAIT account up to date for calving

From early July, it will be all hands-on deck for award-winning dairy farming brothers Manoj Kumar and Sumit Kamboj as they start welcoming their first winter calves of the season.

Published in Farm Health

When Shaun Gardner did his homework on full autumn calving last season, he realised he'd need every heat detection advantage.

Published in Farm Health
Wednesday, 28 October 2020 13:17

New formula for weaning calves

A New Zealand animal health company says it has developed a world-first formula specifically designed for weaned calves.

Published in Farm Health

It is no secret that the reproductive performance of any herd is very closely associated with the overall financial outcome of the farming enterprise.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 15 October 2020 06:25

Unique Christmas calving boosts milk production

A Wairarapa dairy farm has adopted a unique calving pattern to boost milk production and maximise its livestock income.

Published in Management
Friday, 18 September 2020 10:37

Strategy to reduce heifer mastitis

First calvers are more prone to mastitis than older cows. According to DairyNZ, farmers must choose a strategy that best suits their herd, farm team, and budget.

Published in Farm Health
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