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Congrats to 16u Bredesen NY2LA who won the NY2LA Invitational Platinum Championship today. Going a perfect 6-0 on weekend. #swingfam

In another thriller here today, the 16U title is won by @WisconsinSwing. In a full team effort, G Matthew Schmainda scored 12 points on 4 3’s while G Jaeden Grade scored 7 points plus contributed in a number of ways. #NY2LAINVITE2K21 @ny2lasports

After the Texans’ latest loss today, J.J. Watt was asked how he and his team would be able to bounce back next week. His answer is required watching for many.

Continuing the tradition while embracing social responsibility and safety, you’re invited to join us for the 2020 MILK Business Conference from the comfort and convenience of your own home. Register at: milkbusinessconference.com

What is the proper sperm dose when artificially inseminating cattle? Well, it depends. Dairy specialists Dale Moore and Joe Dalton provide information on this controversial topic. dairyherd.com/article/sperm-…

When the mercury drops, calves expend more energy to maintain their body temperature. It’s up to us to support those winter babies with added nutrients to keep them healthy and growing through frigid conditions. dairyherd.com/article/time-r…

Another novel virus recently has emerged in the United States. But unlike COVID-19, this virus primarily infects cattle. Bovine kobuvirus was identified two weeks ago by the University of Illinois Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. dairyherd.com/article/us-cat…

It’s important to have an objective, consistent method of evaluating calf health that catches sick animals early in the disease process, and goes beyond visual appraisal. Jillian Bohlen, DVM, gives her advice on measuring calf vital signs. dairyherd.com/article/know-c…

The first few weeks after calving shape milk production cow health, but that time is also vital to fertility and early embryo survival. How can your nutrition program boost the performance of your recently-fresh cows? dairyherd.com/article/develo…

As an industry, we may need to rethink our strategy in pinpointing the ideal time to breed dairy heifers – again. Veterinarian Gavin Staley shares his thoughts on heifer breeding. dairyherd.com/article/early-…

"Outstanding milk quality herds have several factors that do not vary with the herd sizes or type of operations," says David A. Reid, DVM. While not expensive or complicated, these seven factors could help maximize your milk quality. dairyherd.com/article/7-tips…

Embryo transfer can be a great tool to maximize a cow’s reproductive efficiency. But it can be costly. Especially if the embryos do not survive. Luckily, increasing this hormone can help reduce pregnancy loss. dairyherd.com/article/hormon…

Is colostrum from first calf heifers worth feeding? There's only one way to find out. dairyherd.com/article/colost…

Six years ago, five dairy farmers decided they need to be part of solving water quality issues in the Eau Pleine Watershed which serves as the headwaters to the Wisconsin River. Here's how they did it. milkbusiness.com/article/going-…

Rumen development begins when calves start eating solid feeds that enter the rumen. If calves make an abrupt transition from milk to grain, the rumen may not be equipped to digest grain. How do you ensure smooth feed transitions? dairyherd.com/article/rumen-…

Is your parlor in need of some TLC? We recently asked our readers what parlor equipment needs to be updated on their farms. Here’s how they responded. dairyherd.com/article/reader…

People are the principal asset of any business. Without good, well-trained people, your business cannot fully succeed. Before trying to grow a business, a good manager should first determine if the current people management is effective. milkbusiness.com/article/plan-f…

A new study identified six megatrends that will shape the future of the food industry. Here is what they believe companies must do now to survive and thrive over the next 30 years. dairyherd.com/article/6-mega…

Energy is the hardest nutrient group to supply in adequate amounts to high-producing and early lactation cows. But did you know a carbohydrate deficiency can become a protein deficiency? dairyherd.com/article/are-yo…

The Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding announced a heifer livability genetic evaluation will be released for Holstein and Jersey sires with the December sire evaluations. dairyherd.com/article/heifer…