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Lucerne: The Wonder Fodder Your Cow Needs

If you’re a dairy farmer looking to boost milk production, improve animal health, and cut feed costs, then lucerne (also known as alfalfa) is the crop your farm needs. Lucerne is often called the “queen of forages”  and for good reason. This deep-rooted legume provides high-quality, protein-rich feed that can transform your dairy enterprise.

Feeding a Lactating Cow Accurately: Getting the Nutrition Right for Optimal Milk Production

Feeding a lactating cow accurately is one of the most important factors in achieving high milk yield, maintaining good cow health, and improving farm profitability. To determine how much and what to feed, you need to understand the cow’s stage of lactation and body weight;  these are the key factors that drive feed requirements.