2020 was a year we will never forget, no matter how hard we try. The calendar has turned to a new year and we are moving forward, but it is still important for dairy producers to look back and analyze their corn silage for potential mycotoxins and risks as they feed it during the winter months.

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Forage quality is one of the most important allies of a successful dairy. The weather can be the biggest adversary on the dairy. Sometimes, these two come together to make a forage the nutritionist and the herd simply love – the kind of forage we can bring to our face and just take in the aroma.

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The hustle and bustle of spring calving is quickly approaching, and now is the time for cow-calf producers to begin planning their calving management strategies. Proper planning prior to the start of calving can improve overall animal welfare, as well as saving a producer’s time and energy.

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In Japan, beef cattle producers favour the use of KEENAN diet feeders. The unique mix quality produced enhances herd health and feed cost efficiency.

Here we read the benefits of using a KEENAN, through the voices of actual users. 

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It has been shown around the world that KEENAN's diet feeders are unique in their mechanical structure and the physical characteristics of the unique mix they produce.

There has been a significant increase in the demand for KEENAN diet feeders in Japan, producing amazing results on farm.

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Using nutrition to increase a cow's defence against mastitis has been an important area of research. Minerals such as selenium (Se), copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn), when properly supplemented, can support the immune response to pathogens. Increased susceptibility to infection through malnutrition has been a recognised issue in livestock for many years.

The potential to influence immune function by nutritional supplementation has gained interest, especially because of the drive to decrease antibiotic use and minimise the development of resistance to medical and veterinary antibiotics.

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The European Union’s Green Deal will affect all sectors of the EU economy, including farming and livestock feed.