4 November 2022
Many calves face some form of diarrhoea in their first weeks of life. This can be nutritional diarrhoea, but diarrhoea can also be caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungi. These enter the body through the mouth and can cause inflammation of the gut wall.…
6 October 2022
For a long time, genetics was seen as the strongest factor in determining the maximum growth potential of calves. Now we know that the genetic potential is not used to the full if calves are reared only moderately well. There is a direct relationship between…
27 June 2022
The time around calving is a critical period for the cow. Because milk production is starting up, the cow becomes short of calcium, which does not help feed intake. The cow does not eat enough, so her energy requirement cannot be fully met. The risk…
4 May 2022
Field trial Topro Dry Bolus, No: TPOL002-22 Repeat trial The Topro Dry bolus provides long-lasting release (60 days) of trace elements and vitamins to cattle. But what do we actually measure? Together with Aeres Hogeschool Dronten (University of Applied Sciences), research was done on robot…
1 April 2022
The Topro Calcium bolus was developed to reduce the risk of milk fever. But does it really? Together with Aeres Hogeschool Dronten (University of Applied Sciences), research was done into the effect of preventive treatment with Topro calcium boluses on the health and milk yield…
2 February 2022
Modern grassland is on average short of essential trace elements such as copper, selenium and cobalt. The uptake of trace elements also depends on the soil type. On peat and sandy soils, for example, copper and selenium are absorbed less easily because of higher levels…
The lifespan of dairy cows is an important part of the sustainability theme. The term "lifespan" is usually used to indicate a period that ends due to natural causes in old age. But today in our intensive farming systems, the cow's lifespan is significantly shorter than its potential. Currently, the average dairy cow lasts about three lactations.
Earn Major steps can be taken in the field of sustainability, profitability and social acceptance. Financially, the benefits can amount to tens of thousands of euros per year! An important question, of course, is: in what way? Heifer-calf rearing, lactation start and lactation persistence are important components. Below is a calculation example and more information.
A Dutch dairy cow lasts on average more than three lactations and has a lifetime production of approximately 30,000 kg of milk. Replacement of dairy cows is not voluntary in seven out of ten cases; forced drainage can often be prevented by taking preventive action. The main causes of forced drainage are mastitis, hoof problems and reduced fertility. Preventive action is a good investment, because it can prevent many of these problems and extend the life.
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