Harnessing the Power of Black Soldier Flies: A Sustainable Protein Source for Dairy Cows and Poultry

2023-12-22T11:33:39+03:00

Introduction: In the quest for sustainable and efficient protein sources for livestock, the humble black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) has emerged as

Harnessing the Power of Black Soldier Flies: A Sustainable Protein Source for Dairy Cows and Poultry2023-12-22T11:33:39+03:00

My Cow Eats Plastic Bags

2023-10-27T21:55:05+03:00

Plastics are unpalatable and consequently when gobbled by cows, they stack up in the stomach, sometimes they might get trapped with different other materials and form hard ball-like pieces. The digestive system of the cow is complex, made of "4 stomachs", making it extremely challenging for the material to pass out along with the dung, Cows may actually continue to live normally with these materials. However, problems result when there is obstruction in the system. Note that cows are indiscriminate feeders and will eat other foreign materials like nails and wires, rubber, ropes and other inorganic materials in their environment.

My Cow Eats Plastic Bags2023-10-27T21:55:05+03:00

Caring for and Managing Dry Cows

2022-06-16T20:56:49+03:00

It is worth noting that the period around calving represents the time of the greatest risk in the cow’s life. Therefore, adequate preparation and outstanding care are key factors if this transition is to take place without problems. Investing in optimal dry cow management will be repaid with fewer problems in the following lactation, and a higher milk yield.

Caring for and Managing Dry Cows2022-06-16T20:56:49+03:00
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