Dry Cow management using science and experience

This period of preparation for the next lactation is a key period in a dairy cow’s cycle - independent ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy gives his tips for success.
Dry Cow management using science and experience

This period of preparation for the next lactation is a key period in a dairy cow’s cycle.

In the never-ending cycle of dairy farming, most are currently drying cows off, have them dried off, will soon be drying them off and some will be milking through. 

There is no right or wrong when it comes to drying off the cows or milking some through the winter. For many, the cash flow is welcome and allows cows to complete a full lactation. 

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