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Now winter is here, it’s crucial to prepare for next harvest season. Best practice for contractors is to take this time now to inspect and service inoculant applicators. Making sure equipment is in top condition now can save you time, money and headaches during the busy harvest season. While we will refer to the applicators […]
Levucell® SC (https://www.nutritech.co.nz/product/levucell-sc-10-titan/) has over 100 peer-reviewed scientific applications demonstrating its mode of action in improving rumen function, feed digestibility and milk solids per kg of dry matter consumed. One peer review study1 of multiple trials conducted globally showed that feeding the equivalent of 1g/cow/day of Levucell® SC 10 live yeast significantly improved 3.5% fat […]
Nadine Olsen Navigating the world of calf supplements can be incredibly confusing. There are a wide range of products ranging from prebiotics, probiotics, minerals and vitamins, liquids and powders, which can make it difficult to choose which product is right for your calves. This article outlines what to look out for, to ensure you get […]
Nadine Olsen When you have been around for over 115 years, you realise you have been part of a significant evolution of mineral supplementation in New Zealand. To start with it was all around resolving issues, with magnesium staggers being the main mineral deficiency of concern to kiwi farmers. Nutritech (known back then as the […]
Louise Salter As a dairy producer, achieving a successful calving season is crucial for the health and productivity of your herd. A smooth calving period not only enhances the well-being of your cows but also sets the foundation for a prosperous year. Nutritech’s Jumpstart® is designed to support you in reaching optimal results during this […]
Louise Salter Improving how the transition period is managed presents a cost-effective approach to improving farm profitability as it is the period of greatest risk for disease.1 Both scientific research and practical on-farm experiences have consistently emphasized the significance of a well-implemented transition period spanning three weeks before and after calving in enhancing overall per-cow […]
A recent roadshow merged Nutritech’s expertise in nutrition with cutting-edge cow-side analytics, offering a promising outlook for the future of dairy farming. During this event, data gathered from CowManager shed light on the crucial importance of proper dry-off practices for cows. Krispin Kannan, a veterinarian with a knack for data analysis, delved into the rumination […]
Did you know that poorly managed and untreated maize can be subjected to significant losses of nutritional quality and volume? On a dry matter basis there can be 20% or greater losses of silage, which in a time where purchased feed cost is so high, this can have a devastating impact on farm profitability. Many […]
The dry period in dairy cows represents a critical phase with significant implications for overall herd health and productivity. While dairy cows experience their lowest dry matter requirements during the dry period, with dry matter intake (DMI) ranging from 2.6% to 2.2% of live weight (LWT), it is one of the most important diets to […]
Increasing intakes of high-quality silage are crucial to driving on-farm profitability, but to achieve this, we must first understand the role of fibre. Fibre plays a vital function in milk production and the utilisation of silages, influencing rumen function and regulating total dry matter intakes. Crop growers and maize silage makers should plan to produce […]
