Skip to main content
eScholarship
Open Access Publications from the University of California
Cover page of Manure Treatment Technologies: Anaerobic Digesters

Manure Treatment Technologies: Anaerobic Digesters

(2011)

Increased awareness and regulation of dairy waste products have spawned a variety of technical innovations, including anaerobic digesters, which use bacteria to make a useful biogas fuel from animal waste products.

Cover page of Total Mixed Ration (TMR) Sampling Protocol

Total Mixed Ration (TMR) Sampling Protocol

(2010)

This publication outlines a total mixed ration (TMR) sampling protocol that is practical for use on commercial dairy farms.

Cover page of Rice Straw for Use in Dairy Heifer Rations

Rice Straw for Use in Dairy Heifer Rations

(2010)

With feed prices rising, dairies are looking for new feed options such as rice straw. The problem is rice straw can jam equipment and be hard to mix into other ration components. The key is to cut the straw to the right length at the cutter/baler stage.

Cover page of How to Improve Your Preliminary Dairy Facility Assessment Ratio

How to Improve Your Preliminary Dairy Facility Assessment Ratio

(2007)

This publication briefly describes opportunities for dairy operators to improve facility nutrient balance based on the results of the preliminary dairy facility assessment (PDFA), so they can better meet May 2007 requirements for the Central Valley.

Cover page of Dairy Nutritionists' Roles in Nutrient Use: Recommendations for Feed Nutrients Records Analyses

Dairy Nutritionists' Roles in Nutrient Use: Recommendations for Feed Nutrients Records Analyses

(2007)

Nutrient-based pollution concerns mean dairies must closely monitor and document how much feed they use. Learn how to show that you are using just enough (and not too much) feed in this publication.

Cover page of Use of Feed Inventory Records to Reduce Nutrient Loading at Dairy Operations: Producer Options

Use of Feed Inventory Records to Reduce Nutrient Loading at Dairy Operations: Producer Options

(2007)

Learn the basics of providing enough feed for your dairy cattle without leaving excess nutrients that can harm the environment.

Cover page of Predicting and Controlling Stable Flies on California Dairies

Predicting and Controlling Stable Flies on California Dairies

(2007)

The stable fly (Stomoxys calcitrans) is a serious pest of confined livestock, and is becoming a pest of pastured livestock as well. This publication will help you learn to identify the pest and manage infestations.

Cover page of Water Quality Treatment for Livestock Feeding and Exercise Areas on California Coastal Dairy Farms and Ranches

Water Quality Treatment for Livestock Feeding and Exercise Areas on California Coastal Dairy Farms and Ranches

(2007)

When dairy cattle are concentrated in exercise lots and other areas, trampled vegetation and increased manure can pose a pollution risk for nearby streams. Learn how to minimize this risk with good land and livestock management.