Opinion
Costs are rising throughout the dairy business. Producers are seeing higher prices for diesel, fertilizer and feed. A gallon of milk costs as much as 30 cents more than it did in January 2022.
Reducing expenses is a natural reaction to higher costs but in the case of animal health products, now is not the time to avoid health sustaining strategies.” – Kirk Augustine
Source: The Bullvine, April 19, 2022. Link. Jeff King of King Brothers Dairy says he’s very thankful for loyal customers, but the uncertainty of the future is a big cause for concern.
INSIGHTS: Animal health pros won’t have to dig too deep to find studies and white papers showing the benefits of prevention strategies and their return on investment.
Avoiding drug costs doesn’t lower the vet bill in the long run.”
Also see: Tips to reduce dairy farm expenses, AHD, March 22, 2022. Link.