Milk is our first food, and provides the basic building blocks for good health, with lifelong benefits. Research has identified more than 100 different components in milk. Evidence is mounting that consumption of milk and dairy products may reduce blood pressure, dental cavities and the risk of cancer, while enhancing bone strength and immunity. June 1st is the day we celebrate all aspects of milk - all over the world. Read more about the health benefits of milk - Milk for life>>

Many minerals are essential for optimal growth, biological function, and productivity in ruminants.

Appropriate diagnosis of mineral deficiencies involves good evaluation of groups of animals. This evaluation should include a thorough health history, feeding history, supplementation history, and analysis of several animals for their mineral status.

This paper discusses animal testing to diagnose mineral deficiencies and provides a summary of the tissues and fluids most commonly used for diagnosing mineral deficiencies. Appropriate methods of diagnosing mineral deficiencies>>

The first step toward toward better and more timely diagnoses of respiratory illness is to make a commitment to observe all the calves. The second step is to know what to observe and how to interpret what we see. This article presents practical advice on how to do a better job of diagnosis and treatment, including a practical on-farm diagnostic guide from the University of Wisconsin. Timeliness of treating pneumonia in calves>>

An article by Sheila McGuirk presents a method for solving calf morbidity and mortality problems>> 

In another article by Professor McGuirk the most common disease problems will be discussed, but the focus will be on recognizing the factors that put young dairy calves at risk of developing disease and the locations on the dairy that are most apt to act as the source of infection. Managing the young calf - keep it simple!>>