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[Image: 2004 Louisiana Dairy Report]2004 Louisiana Dairy Report This report is a joint publication of the LSU AgCenter Southeast Research Station, the Hill Farm Research Station, and the Department of Dairy Science. It provides details of research trials at the three locations along with some topical papers of importance to dairy producers in Louisiana. [Image: 2009 Beef, Dairy and Forage Production Costs in Louisiana]2009 Beef, Dairy and Forage Production Costs in Louisiana This report presents estimates of projected production costs and returns for beef cattle, dairy and forage crop production in Louisiana for the 2009 crop year. Vitamin E for Dairy Cattle Role of vitamin E in dairy cow nutrition. Effects on reproduction, imunity, and production. Minutes Minutes of the meetings of the Southern Extension/Research Activities Information Exchange Group 15 - Sustainability and Competitiveness of the Southern Dairy Industry [Image: girl brushing show pig]Keeping Show Animals Healthy This article discusses common diseases in show animals and how to prevent them. DairySouth-L DAIRYSOUTH-L is an e-mail discussion group hosted by the Southern Extension/Research Activities Information Exchange Group 15 - Sustainability and Competitiveness of the Southern Dairy Industry. Objectives Objectives of the Southern Extension/Research Activities Information Exchange Group 15 - Sustainability and Competitiveness of the Southern Dairy Industry. 2002 Louisina Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provided information on the latest developments and issues affecting dairy farming. Managing Feed Cost Ration quality and the level of feed consumed both play important roles in maximizing dairy farm profitability. Feedstuff analysis allows better appreciation of real cost and should be considered in ration formulation. Feed efficiency should be calculated and monitored to identify the most profitable cows of the herd and to evaluate the nutritional programs more closely and accurately. Using DHI SCC to Manage Bulk Tank Somatic Cell Counts Bulk tank somatic cell count (BTSCC) is one of several parameters used by state milk regulatory agencies to insure consumers a safe, wholesome milk supply. For dairy producers, this means BTSCC is one item that must be constantly monitored and managed. [Image: Howard Cormier speaks at meeting about possible salt contamination of soil in Vermilion Parish]Salt Contamination Of Soil After Rita May Not Be As Bad As Feared; Tests To Begin This Week The LSU AgCenter soon will begin comprehensive tests for salt contamination in areas of Vermilion Parish hit by Hurricane Rita’s storm surge, but officials this week said the problem may not be as bad as originally feared. When Can Calves be Weaned? Many producers use early weaning programs to lower the costs of feed and labor. Calves tend to scour less when consuming solid feeds compared with liquid feeds. As a result, health costs may decrease. [Image: Dairy cows]Members Members of the Southern Extension/Research Activities Information Exchange Group 15 - Sustainability and Competitiveness of the Southern Dairy Industry. [Image: table]Assessment of Damage to Louisiana Agricultural, Forestry, and Fisheries Sectors By Hurricane Katrina Based on the information known at the time of the storm, and given the historical value of these industries to the state, the AgCenter was able to provide preliminary estimates on losses of revenue due to production losses. [Image: table]Disaster Recovery: Estimates of Economic Impact From Hurricanes Katrina and Rita on Louisiana Agriculture The dollar amounts, which are estimates of reduced revenue and increased costs, are broken down by storm and commodity. Total estimated costs are also provided. Rearing Replacement Heifers: Birth to Weaning In replacement rearing, no phase has greater potential for decreasing production costs and increasing profitability than the period prior to weaning. 2004 Louisiana Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provides information on the latest developments and issues affecting dairy farming. Take a Look at Fluid Merit Dollars (FM$) as a Sire Selection Criteria The USDA Dairy Sire Summaries now include three selection indexes that can be very useful in simplifying sire selection. These are called Net Merit Dollars (NM$), Cheese Merit Dollars (CM$) and Fluid Merit Dollars (FM$). The Transfer of Passive Immunity to Neonatal Dairy Calves A healthy calf crop provides replacement animals for the future of the dairy operation. However, a busy work environment often causes the neonatal calf to become overlooked, leading to consequences that may be irreversible. It is important to understand that the neonate must consume sufficient colostrum as soon after birth as possible to achieve the needed passive immunity to survive the first few weeks of life. [Image: LIvestock Indemnity Program]Livestock Indemnity Program The Livestock Indemnity Program was a new, permanent disaster payment program created in the 2008 Farm Bill. The rules for this program have recently been published,and this document informs producers and other interested parties on how to determine if they are eligible for the program. 1 2 3 4 Does Chromium Have a Future in Dairy Cow Nutrition? This article evaluates the potential advantages of feeding chromium to dairy cows Drought Management on Louisiana Dairy Farms This series of articles was prepared by LSU AgCenter extension personnel to address some of the most important topics affecting Louisiana dairy producers during a severe drought. Those topics include Feeding Drought-Stressed Hay and Silage Crops; Weed and Chemical Toxins in Drought-Stressed Forages; Pasture Options for Dairy Producers; Winter Annual Pasture Management and Costs; and Coping with Forage Shortages Due to Drought Conditions: Purchased Forages and By-Products. 2007 Louisiana Refundable Dairy Tax Credit Handbook for Understanding Act 461 of the 2007 Louisiana Legislature-Refundable Tax Credit for Dairy Farmers Alternative Fertilizer: Poultry Litter Poultry litter is relatively rich in nutrients and organic matter, but it needs to be properly managed. This article discusses how to realize the most benefits from poultry litter utilization as a fertilizer. Milk Urea Nitrogen Evaluation in Louisiana Dairy Herds This article summarizes factors influencing MUN in Louisiana Dairy Herds. Using Knowledge of Seasonal Effects Upon Louisiana Dairy Cows in Management Decisions This study evaluates ways to take advantage of seasonal impact on dairy farms. Male Offspring Distributions in Calving and Farrowing Data This report evaluates the natural variability in the sperm sex ratio. Corn Silage Management for Lactating Dairy Cows This article contains current recommendations for selecting corn hybrids, planting, harvesting, storing and feeding corn silage to dairy cows. The Effects of Condition Score on the Performance of Early Lactation Holstein Cows This study at the Southeast Research Station evaluated the effects of body condition at calving on the performance of lactating dairy cows. Dry Cow Management Dry cow management is an integral part of total herd management. There are five keys to maintaining an excellent dry cow program. Ration Strategies for Hot Weather One of the most difficult feeding challenges faced by dairy farmers is the drop off in feed intake and milk production during the summer. To minimize these losses, rations must be specially formulated for hot weather. 2005 Beef, Dairy and Forage Production Costs This report presents estimates of production costs for beef cattle, dairy cattle and forage production in Louisiana for 2005. Producing Quality Milk Using a Comprehensive Mastitis Control Program Producers can improve milk quality in Louisiana by lowering somatic cell counts, especially during the summer and early fall. Evaluating Milk Quality Using Standard Plate Counts and Preliminary Incubation Counts Monitoring the milking procedures, equipment cleaning and milk cooling should go a long way in producing high quality milk that is low in bacteria. Diluting Maintenance Costs and Marginal Milk Determining what level of milk production and feed cost yields the most profit for the farm should be the main objective of any measure of economic and production efficiency; because at the end of the day, the main thing that counts is the number of cwt produced and the amount of profit from each cwt. This is the economic indicator that tells you the total net income for the farm. Calfnotes.com Calf Notes is your source for pertinent, non-commercial and unbiased information on raising young dairy calves. Aflatoxin in Dairy Feeds Safe levels for aflatoxin feeding vary with each individual animal. The ingestion of aflatoxin at levels even lower than those given above may cause some undesirable side effects. Moreover, these effects are dependent on factors such as age, sex and general health of the animals. La. dairy farmers face falling on-farm milk prices (Distributed 03/16/09) Rising costs to retailers and heavy worldwide demand pushed up the cost of milk for U.S. consumers, but recent events have put dairy farmers in a bind, according to an agricultural economist with the LSU AgCenter. 2007 Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provides information on the latest developments and issues affecting the dairy industry. Raising Replacement Heifers: What are the Options? Replacement heifers represent the future of the dairy farm. When deciding the best way to manage the heifer enterprise, dairy producers should realize that they have several options. 1 2 3 4 Dairy Production Best Management Practices Dairying, by its nature, requires specific practices to conserve and protect soil and water resources. Best management practices (BMPs) are an effective and practical means of reducing point- and nonpoint-source water pollutants at levels compatible with environmental quality goals. 2008 Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provides information on the latest developments and issues affecting dairy farming. 2005 Louisiana Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provides information on the latest developments and issues affecting dairy farming. 2006 Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provides information on the latest developments and issues affecting the dairy industry. All Trace Mineral Supplements Are Not Created Equal When it comes to deciding which mineral supplements to use in livestock feeding, two criteria need to be considered: Biological efficacy and economic efficiency. 2005 Southern Dairy Conference The Southern Dairy Conference is a major outreach function of the Southern Extension/Research Activities Information Exchange Group 15 - Sustainability and Competitiveness of the Southern Dairy Industry. Can Computers Feed Your Cattle? Most ration formulation is completed by computers. Numerous software products have been developed to assist nutritionist in matching feedstuffs to nutrient requirements for particular production settings. They can estimate nutrient supply from a diet and reports how well a given diet meets the requirements for the animal specified. 2003 Louisiana Dairy Digest The Louisiana Dairy Digest is a publication of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service that provided information on the latest developments and issues affecting dairy farming. Meetings Bring Farmers Together To Consider Options After Storms Farmers attending workshops in Acadia and Calcasieu parishes Tuesday (Oct. 25) learned about assistance for dealing with hardships caused by two hurricanes that struck the state this summer. Similar sessions, organized by the LSU AgCenter, were planned for New Iberia, Hammond and Raceland over the next few days. Hundreds Selected As Champions At 71st Annual LSU AgCenter Livestock Show Hundreds of young people from across Louisiana were named state champions during a week of competition at the 71st Annual LSU AgCenter Livestock Show. Animal Genetics Collected, Stored To Preserve Long-term Diversity Although there’s not an imminent danger, some scientists say a widespread disease or bioterrorism attack could wipe out significant portions of the U.S. farm animal population. That's where the National Animal Germplasm Program comes in. Participants Hear Variety of Research Reports At Dairy Field Day (Distributed 11/05/03) Participants heard reports on a variety of research during a field day at the LSU AgCenter’s Southeast Research Station on Oct. 30. Topics covered during the event ranged from the importance of conducting research to the need for farmers to be concerned about biosecurity in their operations. Forage Tour Provides Glimpse at Production Techniques Forage producers toured three different operations this week to learn the latest techniques in the production and use of high-quality grass to support the livestock operations in central and northwestern Louisiana. 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4