Taking a significant step towards profitable and sustainable cattle farming
To sustainably feed the ever-growing global population, the full production potential of each farm animal must be utilised. Therefore, we must produce more from limited resources while reducing our environmental footprint. Selko's products and services are designed to make dairy and beef farming more sustainable without compromising profitability.
Dairy
How sustainable dairy farming future-proofs farms
Maintaining the well-being of dairy cattle is crucial for ensuring the sustainability and profitability of dairy farming. Explore optimal approaches for promoting sustainable practices in the realm of dairy farming.
How much milk does a cow produce during her life?
The answer to the question: “how much milk does a cow produce during her life?” differs enormously between countries. The amount of milk per year a dairy cow on average produces varies enormously by country, whereas the variation in the average number of lactations is relatively small. This makes it very hard to compare dairy cow average milk production.
Transition Management
Achieving a successful transition necessitates three fundamental adjustments, which are interconnected. The Selko program presents a comprehensive strategy encompassing these three adjustments, effectively addressing the challenges cows encounter while transitioning to lactation.
Dairy Performance
Enhancing the Lifetime Daily Yield involves augmenting milk production per lactation. When dairy cows attain their highest production levels within 50 to 70 days after calving, it can be inferred that they are achieving the utmost production attainable based on their genetic capacity for milk yield.
Health and Fertility
Effectively addressing the challenges cows encounter during the transition phase will significantly enhance fertility outcomes and diminish the need for involuntary culling. Moreover, by consistently monitoring essential fertility indicators and translating the insights gained into targeted measures, it's possible to achieve further enhancements in dairy herd fertility.
Beef
Sustainable beef farming
Profitable and animal-friendly beef farming is achievable. Learn the top strategies and methods. Profitable and animal-friendly beef farming is achievable. Learn the top strategies and methods.
Growth Performance
Understanding growth performance goals across various operations—cow-calf, grazing/pasture, and feedlot—is essential in beef farming. Key objectives include optimising weaning weights, maximising pasture weight gain, and improving feed efficiency. Effective management practices and adapting to challenges are vital for productivity and profitability. Read the rest of the article to learn more.
Goals for health and reproductive performance of beef cattle
Effective management of reproductive performance and herd health is crucial for successful beef farming. Each phase, from cow-calf to feedlot stages, presents unique challenges. This article thoroughly explores the goals and practices vital for success in beef farming, focusing on key management strategies and common issues faced by farmers. Continue reading to learn more.