However, regardless of breed, all cows reproduce the same way. But have you ever wondered how long a cow’s gestation period is? Here, we’ll learn a little more about what makes a cow a cow. Then, ...

North Dakota State University Extension will host a calving school on Thursday, March 20, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the ...

The cow’s plain of nutrition and diet during gestation can affect her colostrum (first milk) production, milk yield, and the long-term health of her calf. Ensuring the cow receives sufficient ...

It has been reported in research that compromised maternal nutrition during gestation (pregnancy) resulted in increased calf mortality, intestinal and respiratory dysfunction, metabolic disorders, ...

Just 75¢ of a manganese supplement per cow per gestation appears to correct a manganese deficiency in dairy cows ... than those calculated using the 2001 NRC model,” says Jeremy Schefers, resident ...

Just 75¢ of a Manganese supplement per cow per gestation appears to correct a manganese deficiency in dairy and beef ... and dry dairy cows require 1.6 and 2.7 times higher concentrations than those ...

When they are hard to find, either move cows to a new field or start feeding a supplement. Bred and first calf heifers have higher energy and protein requirements and need to be supplemented. During ...

optimizing nutrition during late gestation and early lactation, caring for newborn calves and maintaining effective record-keeping practices. New this year, a cow and calf model will allow ...

North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension will host its annual calving school on March 20, 2025, at the North Central Research Extension Center near Minot, ND. Running from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., ...

Cow comfort is important to milk production, milk quality, reproductive efficiency, and health of dairy cows. A cow’s housing and management can affect her comfort. There are economic consequences to ...