Think Outside The Herd

Your challenge, should you choose to accept it...

is to review whether you are getting the genetic gains youexpect from your heifers?

The national data say's not.

In this episode we explore the data, both nationally and for an individual farm and take a hard look at progress.

NMR 500 Report: https://www.nmr.co.uk/nmr-500-herd-kpi-report-2024

Dairy Clube heifer Costs: https://dairyclub.tech/heifer-rearing-costs/

Your challenge, should you choose to accept it...

...is to generate an additional £100,000 (or other currency) in Margin Over Purchased Feeds by exploring some What-If scenarios on yield and feed use.

In this episode we use the Dairy Club What-If tool to challenge our thinking on production and feed use.

Whilst the tool is quite simplistic, it can promote some great conversations on farm

https://dairyclub.tech/what-if-tool/

Your challenge, should you choose to accept it...

...is to find the lost milk due to somatc cell count.

Somatic cells, while extremely valuable in fighting infection, can also damage the udder and reduce milk yield.

In this episode we explore the amount of milk that can be lost, evaluate the hidden cost of that lost milk and some of the reasons behind it.

SCC Calc: https://dairyclub.tech/somatic_cell_count_cost/

Milk fat and protein are valued components of milk. This first edition of Think Outside The Herd challenges listeners to consider whether they are leveraging the full potential of their herd's ability to produce these components.

How much are you leaving on the table?

Milk Price Calculator: https://dairyclub.tech/milk-price-calculator/