14 December 2021
For a growing farm, it is important that the basis is right. That basis starts before the calf is even born, with the feeding of the dry cows. The dry cows on the Flapper farm get silage reserved specifically for this group. 'Lean, but with…
18 November 2021
The Topro Udder bolus supports udder health and general health and has a release time of approximately 21 days. But is this really so? In collaboration with Van Hall Larenstein (University of Applied Sciences), research was conducted into the milk yield and conductivity of dairy…
12 November 2021
The Topro Dry bolus provides a sustained release (60 days) of trace elements and vitamins to livestock. But is this really so? In collaboration with Van Hall Larenstein (University of Applied Sciences), research was conducted into the eating and ruminating activity of dairy cows. View…
12 November 2021
More and more is known about the relationship between the diet in the dry period of the mother cow and the health of the calf. A shortage of trace elements in the dry period ration has direct consequences for the 'start resistance' of the calf.…
7 September 2021
The quality of colostrum is vital for newborn calves. The calf is born with very little resistance, which makes it very susceptible to diseases. Only later does the calf produce its own antibodies and the active immunity starts. Colostrum contains immunoglobulins (IgG), which are absorbed…
30 July 2021
When a cow is outside in the summer, the infection pressure from the barn is lower. Logical, because the cow walks outside, which ensures that the claws dry up (dairy sustainable, 2020). For example, infectious diseases such as Mortellaro, claw infection and stinky leg are…
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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