Dairy Digest - Penn StateThe Dairy Digest is one of the most widely read newsletters in the Northeast U.S. about dairy production, and dairy cattle health, nutrition and management.New Accurate Test for Determination of Pregnancy Status- March 25, 2008 Timely and accurate determination of pregnancy status is crucial to a successful reproductive management program. There are a number of methods for reproductive management which can be used to determine pregnancy status early enough so open cows can be managed to be rebred in a timely fashion.http://www.das.psu.edu/user/dairy/newsletter/fullStory.cfm?newsID=528 EPA’s Air Emissions Consent Agreement Requires Careful Consideration- March 25, 2008 Signing or not signing EPAs air quality consent agreement is an important decision for Pennsylvania dairy farmers. Producers have until May 1, 2005 to voluntarily sign the agreement. A quick review of some questions should help you understand the importance of this opportunity.http://www.das.psu.edu/user/dairy/newsletter/fullStory.cfm?newsID=529 Proper Packing is Essential to Good Silage Fermentation- March 25, 2008 Achieving a tight pack is one of the most important aspects of harvesting and storing silage. Tightly packing silage reduces dry matter losses.http://www.das.psu.edu/user/dairy/newsletter/fullStory.cfm?newsID=530 |