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Advanced Transition Cow Management & Reproduction: Boost Your Herd's Success!

Reproductive failure ranks as the second leading cause of involuntary culling of dairy cows in North America. This not only impacts profitability but also affects the industry's sustainability. On average, cows require 2.2 breedings per conception, with only a 37% success rate on their first attempt.

Did you know?

Average loss per cow due to reproductive challenges: $300

Unveiling transition period challenges

During early lactation, cows face increased energy demands for milk production, often leading to negative energy balance—a key contributor to reproductive and metabolic issues.

The domino effect:

  • Energy deficit: increased risk of metabolic disorders like clinical and subclinical ketosis.
  • Complications: body condition loss leads to 20% fewer pregnancies.

Cows diagnosed with subclinical ketosis are 3x more likely to develop metritis.

1. Define and Test Your Culture

Start by clearly defining what a strong culture means to you: shared

values, open communication, and mutual respect. Then, observe how

your team reacts in difficult situations. Culture shows its true strength

when tested.

Dairy cows feeding on forage in a barn, illustrating efficient feed management in modern milk production systems.

Combat financial losses with Jefo solutions

Success starts with nutrition

Feed your herd with Jefo’s protected B vitamins blends to ensure a smooth transition period. B vitamins are crucial for metabolism, enhancing dry matter intake, and reducing energy loss—thereby minimizing metabolic disorders.

Optimal performance: expect first-lactation cows to peak at 95 lbs and second-lactation cows at 130 lbs, with a 50% pregnancy confirmation rate after the first insemination by 70 days in milk.

Testimonial:

“Jefo’s Solutions have been instrumental in meeting our production goals.”
— Brian Fiscalini, Fiscalini Farms, Modesto, California

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