In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Scott Earnest from ProAGtive Technologies shares practical advice on improving dairy replacement health and management. He highlights effective strategies for raising healthier heifers, minimizing non-completion rates, and reducing costs. Dr. Earnest also emphasizes the importance of proper hygiene and colostrum management to ensure strong, healthy calves. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover ways to boost your dairy replacement program and improve overall herd productivity!
"Better hygiene in calf barns directly impacts average daily gains and first lactation milk production."
Meet the guest: Dr. Scott Earnest, Director of Technical Services at ProAGtive Technologies, brings a wealth of experience in dairy cattle health management. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Veterinary School, Dr. Earnest has spent years supporting dairy farms with nutrition and management consulting. He focuses on optimizing heifer programs, improving livestock performance, and reducing economic inefficiencies.
What you'll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:29) Introduction
- (03:44) Dairy industry journey
- (04:58) Heifer programs
- (08:14) Slippage rates
- (15:55) Cattle health & hygiene
- (26:38) Calf care
- (28:14) Final questions
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