One of the advantages to a successful transition is fewer culled cows. Lowering culling rates is one path to internal herd growth. The Power of Internal Growth discusses other methods to grow cow numbers without purchasing replacements. One of the methods mentioned is to produce more calves, which means more cows need to get pregnant, more quickly.

A number of methods may be used for early pregnancy diagnosis. A new summary paper compares early pregnancy diagnosis methods. Comparison of Early Pregnancy Diagnosis Methods>>

If you are in the Northern Hemisphere, you may be encountering heat stress conditions soon. Check out the new entries Cow comfort and Herd management in the Dairy Tips section for innovative ways to beat the heat.

A number of papers in the library cover management and feeding issues involved with heat stress conditions.

This month's featured farm is Martin's Dairy in Wisconsin, USA 170 dairy cows (Holstein) Housing: Loose-housing 2x8 Champion parallel parlour 3 milkings per day Read more >>