Feed Supplements Critical To Milk Production <?T i rims Mn - Thp k PV the onset of pregnancy, dairy cows condition can be controlled by factor limiting milk nrodnetinn in must have enough nutrients for Proper feeding during the latter mShSSuulJhtaStoit b°th milk produrtion and building gtrf tectatra, a S ,ell as during nutrients, says John Hess of John up»dmautlaututgthe devetep,ng tta Jjjjmd. eaJtor^nn^ 0- “ Paradlses Getting a dry cow or heifer in technology can help today’s dairy on proper condition is extremely farmers carry out feeding Even good cows with an inbred j mDortant Her condition at programs that suit their produc freshening largely determines the turn goals by making nutritionally nn l to extent of her production, says the balanced supplements available," produce up to their genetic dealer F he adds. “A supplement will help potential if improperly fed, Hess “a deficiency of protein, energy, dry cows and heifers build body . -,. minerals or vitamins in the ration reserves for the next breeding or , abui ) dant during the last two months of lactation period,” he says. “The feed with plenty of nutrients in 5 „ . , hincks nmviHo the iwrewa™ .i** pregnancy may result in a weak or DIOCKS proviae me necessary correct proportions, he adds. At calf However, the cow’s protein they require, in addition to selenium, magnesium and FMC To Sponsor Soybean S a f lo “ d £JSSS roughages.” In addition, proper body con dition before calving can mean up to 2,000 pounds of extra milk in the following lactation period, he notes. “These supplements assure dairymen their dry cows are getting the balance of nutrients needed for producing healthy calves and maintaining body condition,” he concludes. Leadership Conference ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Farmers from across the nation, who hold leadership positions in soybean organizations will have an op portunity in August to learn more about the Soybean Association and to develop their leadership skills. The 75 soybean farmer leaders will travel to Princeton, New Jersey in mid-August for a two-day educational program of the American Soybean Association sponsored by FMC Corporation. The farmer-leaders, all of whom serve on soybean organization boards of directors, will hear KATOLIGHT! 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