Transition Cow Secrets: What She Wishes She Could Tell You
The transition period is one of the most critical times in a cow’s life – and your dairy’s success.
We all know its importance; it’s a frequent focus in dairy publications and producer meetings. But how do we establish a baseline for transition cow performance? What are our cows already telling us about our management, and how do we use that data to guide our next steps? In this session, we’ll explore AgSource’s transition cow analysis tools and reveal insights uncovered from the data of thousands of cows – including yours – through our AgSource database.
Duration
1 hour – including a Q&A session to address your transition cow management questions.What to Expect
- Understanding the importance of the transition period for herd health and productivity
- How to set a performance baseline for transition cows
- Interpreting what your cows are telling you about management practices
- Using data to guide decision-making and next steps
- Exploring AgSource’s transition cow analysis tools and database insights
Key Topics Covered
- Defining key metrics for transition cow success
- Recognizing warning signs and opportunities from herd data
- Practical steps to improve transition cow performance
- How large-scale data trends can inform individual herd strategies
- Leveraging analysis tools to track improvements over time
Featured Speaker
Taliah Danzinger
Senior Manager of Industry Relations and Education
AgSource
Taliah Danzinger works directly with producers to help them interpret herd data and apply it to improve management practices, with a focus on leveraging transition period insights for healthier, more productive cows.
Who Should Attend
- Dairy producers and herd managers
- Veterinarians and dairy consultants
- Nutritionists and herd health specialists
- Anyone seeking to optimize transition cow performance through data-driven decisions
