Acronyms
AI
Artificial Insemination
Perord when dairy cows are most susceptible to new intramammary infections.
Dry Period
Who won 2023 World Dairy Expo?
Erbachers Snapple Shakira-ET
Essential nutrient that helps builds and maintains strong bones and teeth.
Calcium
PTI
Production Type Index
Term describing removal of cows from the herd when they are sold.
Cull
Who was the 2023 International Holstein Judge?
Lynn Harbaugh
Professional who helps dairy producers develop a balanced diet for their cows.
Nutritionist
ADMI
American Dry Milk Institute
According To national DHIA date, this percentage of Holstein cowswere bred to a beef bull in 2020.
25-30%
International Jersey Judge
Most important nutrient for dairy cows
Water
VMS
Voluntary Milking System
Local anesthetic injected before disbudding.
Lidocaine
2023 WDE Brown Swiss Judge
Chris Lahmers
How many pounds or dry matter should a dairy cow intake
27-28 pounds
PTA
Predicting Transmitting Ability
How many chambers are in a cow's heart?
4
The Golden Age
What are common nutritional disorders in dairy cows?
Fat cow syndrome, Ketosis, Retained placenta.