8 June 2021
Our knowledge on the effects of nutrition and the environment of the pregnant cow on her unborn calf is increasing more and more. A strongly negative energy balance of the cow, or other stress factors – like heat stress –, affect the development of the…
8 June 2021
The development of the calf in the embryonic stage provides the basis for a longer productive lifespan. Also thereafter, during the two year rearing phase, crucial developmental stages clearly affect the productivity later in life. For example, providing high feeding levels in the preweaning period…
8 June 2021
It is a common ailment in dairy cattle: ketosis, also referred to as acetonemia. Research has shown that in the first two months after calving more than one out of ten cows suffers from clinical ketosis (Veeteelt, February 2nd, 2012). The percentage of cows suffering…
8 June 2021
Increasing the lifespan of your dairy cows is paying off. From three to five lactations yields between 25,000 to 37,000 euros for an average farm with 100 dairy cows. Most dairy cows are replaced in the first two months after calving. Premature culling is mainly…
8 June 2021
Calf rearing aspects have major direct and indirect influences on mortality and development of the young calf. Nutrition, housing, hygiene, and subsequently animal health are the most important themes within calf rearing (see Figure 1). All these factors require attention, because for optimal performance all…
8 June 2021
Replacement of dairy cows is not voluntary in seven out of ten cases: The main causes of involuntary culling are mastitis, leg and claw problems and fertility problems. After an average of 26 months, a heifer calves and enters lactation for the first time. Calving…
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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