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Common DHI Testing Obstacles for Dairy Farms
For most herds, individual cow data is the foundation of cow management. DHIA testing has been around for a long time. Like many service providers
February 7, 2025
For most herds, individual cow data is the foundation of cow management. DHIA testing has been around for a long time. Like many service providers
A successful reproductive program is a priority for profitable dairy farms. Building your program starts with decisions about what cows to breed and when to
Over the last few months, Dairy One team members have been appearing on many different podcasts to talk about our products and services. Let’s check
Summertime is here in the eastern U.S., and Dairy One is ready for it! After the crazy spring planting season, summer isn’t the time to
June is National Dairy Month, and with dairy literally in our business’s name, you can bet we’ve got things to celebrate. As we hit the
The safe consumption and distribution of milk and dairy products is highly regulated to keep customers safe. All farms are required to submit milk bulk
Milk pregnancy testing from Dairy One is an accurate, simple, and cost-effective way to determine the pregnancy status of a cow. It works by identifying
This year marks 75 years of business for Dairy One Cooperative, Inc. The big anniversary is worth mentioning for many different reasons. But a common
Not only does it take a lot of work to make a glass of milk, but there are numerous requirements for that glass of milk
The year is coming to a close, and it’s always a time to reflect on accomplishments from the year. At Dairy One there have been
The holidays are a time for gathering with friends and family and consuming lots of good food. Dairy One helps with making it possible for
The Thanksgiving holiday is often a time to reflect on things that people are thankful for. This year, Dairy One has a lot of things
June is Dairy Month, and since we have dairy literally in our name, it stands that we would support this industry. From soil and forage
On World Milk Day, what better way to celebrate than raising a glass of milk to toast dairy farmers? At Dairy One, we are in
Mastitis is an ongoing issue on many dairies. It’s a problem that hinders milk production while also impacting cow health. One of the most serious
Dairy farming is a profession with various avenues for career opportunities. While most people think dairy farmers, are well, dairy farmers, the industry relies on
Here in the Northeast, winter has its own list of chores that need to be done to prepare for the cold and the snowfall. Amid winterizing barns either by testing curtains or checking for possible frozen pipe areas, there are some items on the To-Do list that Dairy One can assist in checking off. From animal care to technology help, the various teams within Dairy One can make sure your farm is ready when the snow starts to fall.
Smith Family Farm in Gansevoort, NY is owned by Ed Smith and his son Travis. The Smiths are milking about 240 cows with a rolling
Jason Wolfe came to Dairy One in 2015. He grew up on a farm and has a passion for agriculture. Paired with a love of
Jeff Smith started his career with Dairy One over 30 years ago as a DHI Technician. Today he manages the north country region of New
Kim Gregory joined the Dairy One team in 2007 as a DHI technician. Today, Kim is a Dairy Records Service Manager and oversees our DHI
All herds on test with Dairy One are enrolled in our free MUN alert program. When more than 50% of a group, pen, or lactation
Postal service mail delays are becoming increasingly common. In fact, the USPS is currently experiencing unprecedented nationwide slow downs. These delays are affecting all mailed
For most herds, individual cow data is the foundation of cow management. DHI testing has been around for a long time. Like many service providers
Congratulations to our outstanding Quality Milk Award recipients! Each year, we are pleased to recognize those members whose herds have maintained a rolling herd average
While we have begun to see some improvement in milk prices, there are still some farms that are being asked to maintain a lower level
Dr. Chris Dutton, VMD, discusses the benefits of milk pregnancy testing vs vet checks and the role both can play on your farm. For additional
Carol Benway, Director of Dairy One DHI & Field Services, discusses which cows are eligible for milk pregnancy testing, how your DHI technician can help
MUN is another component (like protein and butter fat) that can be measured in milk. It is an important measurement because it indicates how effectively
Hear from Dairy One DHI and Field Services Consultant George Cudoc about the 5 things you should consider before drying off a cow early and
In these challenging times, many farms are being asked to reduce their production. A complete picture of production helps you make informed decisions about feeding,
At the beginning of September, Dairy One employees from our laboratories and Ithaca office visited Sunnyside Farms in Scipio Center, NY to see Dairy One
By John Tauzel, Director of Business Development Last fall Dairy One launched a project to screen DHIA cow samples for Milk Urea Nitrogen (MUN). We
The transportation and courier system covers about 14 states and is comprised of 25-30 couriers who drive more than 160,000 miles per month. This is
One of the best parts of my role at Dairy One is having the opportunity to work with a variety of different business units. This
Increased Somatic Cell count (SCC) can be costly. Not only can these elevated counts decrease milk yield, they can also lower your milk premium. Working
Dairy Herd Improvement Association (DHIA) is a national association that helps dairy producers create and manage records and data about their cows for use in