Why Some Cows Handle Grain Better Than Others
When cows switch from grass to grain-heavy diets, their stomachs go through major changes that can make them sick. Scientists studied how cow stomachs adapt to …
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Can Yeast Supplements Help Dairy Cows Fight Udder Infections?
Researchers tested whether a special yeast supplement could help dairy cows fight a common udder infection caused by bacteria called Streptococcus uberis. They …
Read MoreSpecial Vitamin D Form Helps Dairy Cows Stay Healthy After Birth
Researchers tested whether a special form of vitamin D could help dairy cows maintain healthy calcium levels around the time they give birth. Forty-two cows …
Read MoreSpecial Fish Oil Supplement Boosts Healthy Fats in Dairy Cow Milk
Researchers tested whether giving dairy cows a special supplement called DHA (a healthy fat found in fish and algae) would improve their milk and health. Eight …
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