Changing the Rules of Pre-Fresh Dairy Cows (Sponsored Podcast)

Changing the Rules of Pre-Fresh Dairy Cows (Sponsored Podcast)

Author: Progressive Dairy editors June 11, 2026 Duration: 28:30

In this episode, Dr. Blaine Ellison, owner of Applied Biotechnologies Inc. details the uses of a new product QFA. When used during the pre-fresh period and in the first groups fresh where possible, ketosis can be controlled, dry matter intakes will remain at far-off dry group levels without dropping, uterine health will improve, and first-service conception rates, especially in first-lactation heifers, will improve. This is made possible by controlling the 21-day cortisol surge and controlling the blood glucose wasted by the immune system of these stressed cattle. A recent study conducted by Iowa State and Penn State universities concerning this problem will be highlighted and discussed.

This episode is sponsored by Applied Biotechnologies Inc.

Applied Biotechnologies Inc. is a consulting business owned by Blaine N Ellison, DVM that focuses on evaluating technologies for profitable applications on behalf of the beef and dairy cattle industries.


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