KNOWLEDGE ARTICLES
AHV is proud to empower you as a dairy farmer to optimize the animal health of your dairy farm. We understand like no other that you are expected to have a very broad knowledge when managing your business. A strong dairy cow is very important to you, but achieving a top cow requires a great deal of attention to all aspects of animal health. It starts with calf rearing and many challenges will follow in the areas of udder health, energy, transition and fertility, among others. We would like to help you with these challenges and try to write a knowledge article about each type of challenge you face on your farm. This article should help you broaden your knowledge and apply the best health advice.
Knowledge articles
Meta-Analysis: Efficiency of Proactive Uterine Health & Fertility Protocol in U.S. Dairy Farms
Uterine health plays a vital role in the reproductive success and overall productivity …
Are you ready for better dry-off management?
Do our #DryBetter check
One of the most crucial steps in maintaining productivity and a healthy herd is a successful …
Why is abrupt dry off better for dairy cow and management?
In recent years, the pressure on livestock farmers around (the way of) dry-off has increased. …
Abrupt dry-off with AHV StopLac Bolus
Introducing StopLac: A True Dry-Off Facilitator
AHV USA is proud to announce the launch of StopLac, a groundbreaking new product designed …
Each lactation completed not only adds significant value and lays the groundwork for the profitability and sustainability of your dairy farm. Find out how.
Impact of proactive fresh cow protocol on first service conception rates
Recent US trials with the proactive AHV Uterine Health & Fertility Program have found a …
How a proactive uterine health approach impacts reproduction and herd success
Reproduction plays a crucial role in the profitability of any dairy production system. Uterine health …
The role of Calcium, Phosphorus and Vitamin D in the Milk Start Products.
In a cow’s production cycle, certain phases are particularly crucial. One of …
How to achieve the best transition period for you and your cows
By Andre Rigo – Technical Service Lead AHV USA
The transition period is 60 days …
Proactively managing milk quality by monitoring herd somatic cell count.
Maintaining udder health; a challenge that every dairy farmer faces on a regular basis. Milk somatic …
AHV (Animal Health Vision) Energy & Metabolism Program
By Hindrik Huitema, Product Manager Benelux
An engine needs fuel (energy) and once the fuel tank is empty it …
Why is phosphorus so important for your dairy cattle?
Phosphorus is an essential mineral that cows need for good general condition, optimal claw health and fertility. …
More from Less
Farming is not for the faint of heart. No matter how thoughtful you are in your preparations, Mother Nature still gets a vote …
Temperatures are dropping! Protect your calves from health challenges
As the seasons change, the impact of low temperatures on livestock health becomes a more pressing concern. …
Digestive challenges in calves
Every dairy operation has had an experience with digestive challenges in calves at some point. This is, unfortunately, a common challenge on …
Protocol poster for calves now available
AHV’s unique health approach has already helped more than 10,000 farmers worldwide to optimize their animal health. Our mission is …
Dehydration in calves
By Andy Sears – Director of Product Innovation
Dehydration, loss of electrolytes and decrease in blood pH are the three biggest challenges for calves …
Five points for attention when rearing calves in colder weather
What is the most important thing in keeping your calves healthy during the winter and colder …
Drenching dairy cows? Learning to drench in 10 steps
Adequate hydration is essential for dairy cows, especially the high yielding cows which have a greater need …
The importance of energy in reduced resistance
Optimal energy levels form the basis for good milk production, resistance to health challenges and fertility. The AHV Energy …
Why is energy important around calving?
The transition period (3 weeks before and 3 weeks after calving) is a stressful time for dairy cows but is …
Drenching with AHV Booster Powder supports rumen and liver function of the cow
Cows that have a clear energy deficit or have not been drinking for …
What is heat stress and what are the consequences?
Energy is fuel to a cow’s body. Available energy is distributed based on priority. If energy intake …
Energy is essential for good fertility
Energy is the fuel to a cow’s body. If a cow is well supplied with energy, it will have a …
Improve cyclicity, shorten calving interval, and increase milk production with AHV Proactive Fertility Protocol
Fertility is one of the foundational building blocks in dairy systems, an …
Calcium deficiency has major impact on herd health
A calcium deficiency among your herd is a common but underestimated health challenge. With calcium deficiency around calving, …
Summer is coming! 7 tips for keeping your dairy cattle healthy
The official summer starts on 21 June, but the past few weeks have already seen …
Optimum calf rearing
Rearing a calf optimally provides job satisfaction and it gives the best possible start in its development to become a healthy and strong …
Biofilm and their role in udder health
Biofilms have been present on earth for around 3.4 billion years and are the most successful and widely distributed …
Extending lifespan through optimal udder health
By Dr. Andre Rigo – AHV International
Cows can perform at top level for many years, if given the opportunity. An …
Energy is Essential in Delivering Milk and for a Well-Functioning Immune System
According official data from the USDA, milk production per cow has increased 10% over …
Clean udders result in less health challenges and more milk
Biofilm formation is considered a selective advantage for bacteria causing udder health challenges, facilitating bacterial persistence …
The financial benefits of optimal udder health
By Andre Rigo – AHV International
Udder Health is an essential health parameter for every farmer worldwide. Udder Health is …
How to Optimize Health and production in Calf Rearing
By Dr. Anibal Nascimento – Technical Team Manager
The basis for the health and productivity of a dairy …
“The importance of good start to lactation”
By Andre Rigo – Technical Service Lead AHV USA
The first 60 days of the lactation are the most important …
Research results AHV Metri Bolus and AHV Aspi
In a 367-cow trial on a U.S. dairy farm, the effectiveness of the AHV Metri Bolus and AHV …
How to deal with metabolic changes during the transition period
By Lisa Godding
The transition period is challenging for both dairy cow and farmer. Efficient transition …
Respiratory challenges in calves
By Dr. Andre Rigo – Technical Team Manager
Cattle are more prone than other species to develop respiratory challenges due to some specific …
Causes of respiratory challenges in calves
By Leonardo Bringhenti, DVM, PhD – Technical Services Consultant
Bovine respiratory challenges (BRD) are within the major and unremitting concerns when …
Energy balance during warm weather
Article four in the series of four articles on Energy & Metabolism
We are wrapping up our article series on energy and …
The impact of hot weather on fertility
Article three in the series of four articles on Energy & Metabolism
Each phase of a cow’s life requires a …
Why is energy so important for good fertility?
Article two in the series of four articles on Energy & Metabolism
Continuing our series on the importance of …
High temperatures lead to hidden costs among your livestock
As we get deeper into summer months, the number of hot days is increasing. High temperatures affect …
How to optimize health and production in calf rearing?
By Leonardo Bringhenti DVM PhD – Technical Services Consultant
The basis for the health and productivity of a …
