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A Financial Analysis Of Alternative Levels Of Facility Investment Associated With Installing An Automatic Milking System, Dillon M. Feuz, Ryan Feuz, Allen Young
A Financial Analysis Of Alternative Levels Of Facility Investment Associated With Installing An Automatic Milking System, Dillon M. Feuz, Ryan Feuz, Allen Young
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This fact sheet models some of the key variables impacting profitability of AMS and explicitly considers three different levels of capital investment in facilities in addition to the capital cost of the AMS. The specific objective is to determine how the level of capital investment in additional facilities impacts the profitability of an AMS.
Cultivate Winter 2019/2020, Utah State University
Cultivate Winter 2019/2020, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
Bi-annual magazine for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2019, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2019, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
Bi-annual magazine for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.
Colostrum: The First Meal, Sara Menchu, Allen Young
Colostrum: The First Meal, Sara Menchu, Allen Young
All Current Publications
The first milk produced after calving is known as colostrum. It is important for calves to consume adequate amounts of colostrum as soon as possible, and this fact sheet tells why, including its quality and quantity.
Is Mycoplasma Bovis In Sand Bedding Infectious To Dairy Calves?, David J. Wilson, Thomas J. Baldwin
Is Mycoplasma Bovis In Sand Bedding Infectious To Dairy Calves?, David J. Wilson, Thomas J. Baldwin
All Current Publications
Mycoplasmas are unusual bacteria that can infect all ages of cattle, and can cause arthritis, pneumonia, and death. Infected dairy cows may also contract mastitis, metritis, or virtually cease milk production. The most common mycoplasma affecting cattle is M. bovis; there are several other Mycoplasma spp. as well. Because standard microbial culture methods do not isolate Mycoplasma spp., special laboratory methods are needed for diagnosis. Mycoplasma spreads by inhalation and respiratory secretions and also at milking time via contaminated inflations in milking units. Mycoplasma spp. have also been detected in straw, sand, recycled manure, and other bedding, often associated …
Dairy In Your Child's Diet, Richelle Hudson, Mateja R. Savoie-Roskos, Carrie Durward
Dairy In Your Child's Diet, Richelle Hudson, Mateja R. Savoie-Roskos, Carrie Durward
All Current Publications
This fact sheet presents the health benefits of dairy and busts some common myths to assist you in making informed decisions when purchasing dairy products for your children. It also includes information on dairy alternatives for children who, for one reason or another, do not consume dairy products.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2018, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2018, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2018, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2018, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
Bi-annual magazine for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.
Create Myplate Youth Curriculum, Gaelynn Peterson, Sharmi Crowther, Suzanne Prevedel
Create Myplate Youth Curriculum, Gaelynn Peterson, Sharmi Crowther, Suzanne Prevedel
All Current Publications
This curriculum is divided into two sections: kindergarten through second grade and third grade through sixth grade. This curriculum was adopted by Utah’s Food $ense Program as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) and was introduced and delivered to all Nutrition Education assistants and Extension agents in Utah.
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2017, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2017, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2017, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2017, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2016, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2016, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2016, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2016, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Using A Rising Plate Meter To Determine Paddock Size For Rotational Grazing, Jennifer W. Macadam, Sara R. Hunt
Using A Rising Plate Meter To Determine Paddock Size For Rotational Grazing, Jennifer W. Macadam, Sara R. Hunt
All Current Publications
For rotational grazing of pastures to be most successful, it’s important to match pasture production to ruminant intake, because both can change during the grazing season. This publication shows how a rising plate meter can be used to calculate available pasture dry matter, allowing pasture managers to optimize pasture utilization and ruminant production on pasture.
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2014, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2014, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2014, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2014, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Management Of Young Calves For The Small Scale Hobbiest, Part 3: Calf Scours, Allen Young, Kerry A. Rood
Management Of Young Calves For The Small Scale Hobbiest, Part 3: Calf Scours, Allen Young, Kerry A. Rood
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This fact sheet provides information on dealing with calf scours for the small scale hobbiest, including treatment and prevention.
Management Of Young Calves For The Small Scale Hobbiest, Part 1: New Born Calf, Allen Young, Kerry A. Rood
Management Of Young Calves For The Small Scale Hobbiest, Part 1: New Born Calf, Allen Young, Kerry A. Rood
All Current Publications
This fact sheet provides tips to small scale hobbiests about caring for a new born calf.
Cultivate Summer 2013, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2013, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2013, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
Buying And Feeding The Family Milk Cow, Allen Young
Buying And Feeding The Family Milk Cow, Allen Young
All Current Publications
This publication lists characteristics of cow breeds, how to choose the right breed for your needs, how to maintain the animal, and how to control and monitor milk production.
Phosphorous In Dairy Cattle Diets, Rhonda Miller, Allen Young, Jennifer Major, Lydia Trinca
Phosphorous In Dairy Cattle Diets, Rhonda Miller, Allen Young, Jennifer Major, Lydia Trinca
Agriculture
No abstract provided.
Phosphorous In Dairy Cattle Diets, Rhonda Miller, Allen Young, Jennifer Major, Lydia Trinca
Phosphorous In Dairy Cattle Diets, Rhonda Miller, Allen Young, Jennifer Major, Lydia Trinca
All Current Publications
No abstract provided.
Watch The Drinking Water Quality Of Calves Reared In Individual Hutches, R. D. Wiedmeier
Watch The Drinking Water Quality Of Calves Reared In Individual Hutches, R. D. Wiedmeier
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Those involved in livestock production have often observed the relationship between drinking water intake, dry matter intake and performance.
Management Intensive Grazing Systems And The Environment, Rhonda Miller, Jennifer W. Macadam, Rich Koenig
Management Intensive Grazing Systems And The Environment, Rhonda Miller, Jennifer W. Macadam, Rich Koenig
Agriculture
No abstract provided.
Management Intensive Grazing Systems And The Environment, Rhonda Miller, Jennifer W. Macadam, Rich Koenig
Management Intensive Grazing Systems And The Environment, Rhonda Miller, Jennifer W. Macadam, Rich Koenig
All Current Publications
No abstract provided.
Utilizing Non-Fat Dried Milk In Sheep, C. Kim Chapman
Utilizing Non-Fat Dried Milk In Sheep, C. Kim Chapman
All Current Publications
No abstract provided.
An Accelerated Feeding Study For Dairy Beef Steers, D. R. Zobell
An Accelerated Feeding Study For Dairy Beef Steers, D. R. Zobell
All Archived Publications
A large number of Holstein bull (steer) calves are produced by the dairy industry. Producers who purchase these calves should understand that depending on the production strategy employed, the economic outcome could be quite broad. Dairy beef calves that are intensively managed, using aggressive feeding strategies to achieve high levels of efficiency, increase the opportunity for profitability.