Dairy

A list of meetings/events for Animal and Livestock Producers

Resources for dairy calves and heifers

Resources on cow comfort and a transition program.

Resources on dairy nutrition

The Maryland Milk Moos (July 28, 2023, Vol. 4, Issue 2) is a quarterly newsletter published by the University of Maryland Extension that is focused on dairy topics related to Nutrition and Production, Herd Management, and Forage Production. In this issue, we focus on Heat Stress Mitigation in important for Dry Cows, Organic Dairy Production Standards: Educating the Consumer, Summer Grazing Management Tips, and upcoming events.

There are a lot of questions and misconceptions when it comes to conventional versus organic milk. The USDA has five main points for milk to be certified as organic.

The Maryland Milk Moos (March 23, 2023, Vol. 4, Issue 1) is a quarterly newsletter published by the University of Maryland Extension that is focused on dairy topics related to Nutrition and Production, Herd Management, and Forage Production. In this issue, we focus on antibiotic regulation changes, dietary supplements for cows, and spring weed control for pastures and hayfields.

With so many options for dietary supplements and feed additives, it can be overwhelming to decide which are right for your farm. The following is an overview of some of the common supplements that are commonly integrated into dairy cow diets.

On June 11, 2023, the FDA’s new directive, “Guidance for the Industry #263,” is slated for implementation, meaning that over-the-counter (OTC) antibiotics will no longer be available through traditional retail channels. Instead, these antibiotics will now require a prescription from a licensed veterinarian.

The Maryland Milk Moos (December 21, 2022, Vol. 3, Issue 4) is a quarterly newsletter published by the University of Maryland Extension that is focused on dairy topics related to Nutrition and Production, Herd Management, and Forage Production.