Corn is the cornerstone of modern forage and feeding systems. Whether grown for silage, grain, high-moisture corn, or stover, corn often represents the largest single
Dairy One has many different laboratories that receive samples all the time. But for each sample, there are specific requirements for what is needed for
Sending in a sample for testing to a laboratory involves a lot of steps. The end result is data that customers need for a variety
Byproducts play a large role in today’s dairy rations. Typically available at low cost, there is the temptation to include large amounts in the ration,
Forget the lions, tigers, and bears, we support so much more than that! At Dairy One, we help many animal caretakers and universities build diets
Zoos and aquariums are big hits with people by allowing them to see animals they normally would never be able to see in real life.
While most of Dairy One’s Forage Laboratory serves domestic customers in the United States, we do have a group that focuses on working with customers
This article was written by Michael Reuter, Analytical Services Technical Manager, Dairy One Cooperative, Inc. and Equi-Analytical Labs As the calendar has turned to September
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
As the crops are growing in the field, many livestock owners have a chance to step back and think about the feed rations that will
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
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
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 Thanksgiving holiday is often a time to reflect on things that people are thankful for. This year, Dairy One has a lot of things
World Dairy Expo held each fall in Madison, Wisconsin is an exciting event. Dairy One will be in attendance at the show which runs from
Horses are a powerhouse of energy, and it takes a specialized diet to keep them healthy. Whether it’s a lesson horse for a riding program
As summer hits its full swing, many families venture out to visit a zoo or aquarium. There are many types of animals to see at
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
When farmers need to know exactly what their cow is eating, one solution is the Dairy One Forage Laboratory. This lab and its team are
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
Analysis can only be as good as the sample that was submitted. For the most accurate results, every effort should be made to ensure that
It is a great time of year to re-visit some basic feeding tools. Our Dairy One team shares some of their tips and insights on
Feed costs are the highest single operating expense on dairy farms today. They are also the greatest opportunity for expense savings on a farm by
Mike Reuter, Director of Analytical Services Mike Reuter has been a part of the Dairy One Forage Lab team for the last 34 years. As
A key factor in getting fast and accurate results is proper sample submission. Samples that are collected properly, labeled clearly, and submitted with all of
The first step in getting timely sample results is a timely arrival of samples to the lab. Recent USPS delays have slowed the submission process
Dr. Chris Dutton, VMD Since rolling out our new MUN report earlier this summer, we’ve had some questions on how the information provided can be
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
Near Infrared Reflectance spectroscopy, or NIR, is an effective and efficient method of analysis, used most commonly in the agricultural and pharmaceutical industries. In the
Nestled in the back corner of the building there is a little office where any samples from hay and corn silage to eels and banana
Sally Flis, Ph.D. – Feed and Crop Support Specialist It is that time of the year again, corn is almost ready for chopping. Harvesting corn
Sally A. Flis, Ph.D. – Feed and Crop Support Specialist, Dairy One When we discuss silage pile shrink, most of the time we are talking
Sally A. Flis, Ph.D. – Feed and Crop Support Specialist, Dairy One – [email protected] In the February blog post, I talked about the change from
We tend to only think about water intake in the summer when temperatures are increasing and increased intake is needed to help with cooling. In
In last week’s blog, I discussed feed loss from the field to the bunk. This week, we will look at feed loss in the bunk and during
Fall is here! Are you considering taking another cut of hay? Here are 4 Things to Think About Before Taking a 4th or 5th Cut
