The importance of managing the transition period from dry-off to peak milk rightfully dominates dairy management topics. In the article shared here, Zoetis’ Matthew Boyle, DVM, shares best practices that set transition cows up for success.
Source: Progressive Dairy, December 15, 2025. Link. Boyle emphasizes the opportunity to make small adjustments in each of the three phases of transition: 60 days pre-fresh, 30 days pre-fresh and 30 days post-fresh.
Transition cow management is about nurturing cows’ health and performance while managing against vulnerabilities throughout each transition phase.” – Matthew Boyle, DVM
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