APS Road Trip Victoria, March 2021

This week has been extremely busy for the team at APS, with the arrival of Allan Hain, our product developer from interstate. Allan

Feeding your Early-Lactation Dairy Cows

Early lactation dairy cows have unique dietary requirements. At this time, their bodies are coming to terms with a recent calving, coming early lactation dairy cows have unique dietary requirements. At this time, their bodies are coming to terms with a recent calving, coming.

Understanding Metabolic Disorders of Calving and Early Lactation

Early lactation dairy cows have unique dietary requirements. At this time, their bodies are coming to terms with a recent calving, coming early lactation dairy cows have unique dietary requirements. At this time, their bodies are coming to terms with a recent calving, coming.

Getting your Calves off to a Great Start using Probiotics

Your calves are the future of your business. By introducing probiotics right at the start of life, you can help your future herd develop a healthy gut, which means you optimise their wellbeing and performance for a lifetime. To make the introduction of high-strength probiotics to your calves simple, APS has created an easy to […]

Get Ready for Calving - February Newsletter

The SuperStart Pre-Calving Leed Feed Program – Take a Look Inside

Getting calving off to the right start begins with providing your pre-calving herd with a suitable leed feed program. Doing so can help you benefit from a smooth transition to calving, which is vital to your success because up to 80% of disease costs in adult cows crop up in the first four weeks after […]

Understanding DCAD Diets

As calving approaches, it’s time to consider the role of a DCAD diet in your calving herd. If you’re unsure how to go about it, putting it together can feel a bit intimidating. However, doing it right can reduce incidences of severe animal health issues such as milk fever, improve future production and save you […]

BioPro SuperStart Pre-Calving Evenings – Here’s what to Expect

Our roadshow is almost underway! Starting ten days from now, our team will be touring South West Victoria to bring you a selection of exciting pre-calving evenings, designed to help you revolutionise your calving period. What does ‘revolutionise your calving period’ mean? Revolutionising your calving period means using a simple, all-in-one solution to transition your […]

Dairy Farming Feed Systems and How to Incorporate Probiotics into Your System

There are a number of different feed systems used by farmers to optimise results on farm. Different feed systems have allowed prospective dairy farmers to begin producing milk in a wide variety of climates – from the deserts of the Middle East to the tropical climate in Far North Queensland. By choosing the correct system […]

Top Tips for Maintaining Grass Quality and Holding Production

Aiming for a fantastic season on the farm? Laying the groundwork beforehand, including the use of good planning, is only part of the equation. To ensure that you follow through with good results all season, hitting your monthly targets along the way, you’ll need to constantly monitor and make assessments. When your on-farm focus moves […]

Calf and Yearling Check-up Time: Here’s What to Consider

Checking up on your calves and yearlings gives you an opportunity to monitor body condition, animal health and feeding levels. It’s also a good chance to conduct health maintenance programs. Now is the perfect time to check in on your spring calves and yearlings. Animal health: what to look out for Bringing your calves or […]

Mid-Season Check-In: Is Your Farm Set for Success in 2021?

It’s the start of a new year and the perfect time to take stock of how your business is tracking. Forget New Years resolutions that only last a few weeks – we’re talking about a good, solid planning session to help you cement the lessons and plan for success for the remainder of the season. […]

Planning your Dairy Herd Dry-Off

After a busy season on the farm, it is important to dry your herd off correctly to avoid issues down the line. The first step is planning. You should consider the timing of dry-off and select a strategy that fits your herd parameters and goals for the end of the season. Conversations with your vet, […]

Surviving Summer on the Dairy Farm: A Veterinary Perspective

Many farmers, when asked why they love dairy farming, mention the variety each season brings. The job changes day by day and season by season, offering unique challenges. And the best way to appreciate each season is to be well prepared. That’s why, leading into summer, we decided to get a veterinary perspective on how […]

Heat Stress in Dairy Herds: Get the Facts

As we move into the summer months and temperatures start rising, it is time to consider how you can manage heat stress in your herd. Optimal management leads to improved on-farm performance in relation to targets and KPIs. What is heat stress? Heat stress occurs when a dairy cow cannot shed heat quickly enough to […]