On-Farm Support | Sal Costilla
What's Alltech Dairy On-Farm Support?
The Alltech On-Farm Support Program and our team of Elite Dairy Advisors serve as a tool for nutritionists, producers and laborers. We know you work hard and your time is valuable. Specializing in Herd Analytics, Forage Quality, Cow Comfort, and Talent Development we work with you to troubleshoot problems, set customized goals and help lay a foundation for your dairy to save time and money.
Sal's Areas of Expertise:
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Forage quality evaluation through silage density measurements and thermal infrared imaging
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Forage storage assessment from an aerial vehicle, including current inventory, silage pad/bunker capacity and help designing a forage management plan
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Troubleshooting challenges and helping producers achieve their farm objectives related to feeding programs
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TMR audits, including feeding equipment evaluations
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Analysis of forages and feedstuffs for anti-nutritional substances, such as mycotoxins, mold, yeast and clostridium
Sal's Bio:
Sal Costilla received a bachelor’s degree in dairy science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He most recently served as the feed and farm manager for Clauss Dairy Farms, where he managed all aspects of the farming and feeding operations. He is now the forage sales and support specialist for Alltech in the California region.
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