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Dairy Cattle and Dairy Premise Pest Management
Dairy Cattle Pest Management

The external parasites that attack Louisiana dairy cattle include several species of insects, mites and ticks that feed externally or from the outside. Recommendations for control in and around dairy barns, fly control in the milk room and insecticide precautions and limitations included.

Dairy Production Best Management Practices
Dairy Production Best Management Practices

Dairying, by its nature, requires specific practices to conserve and protect soil and water resources. Best management practices (BMPs) are an effective and practical means of reducing point- and nonpoint-source water pollutants at levels compatible with environmental quality goals.

Identifying Opportunities and Challenges for the La. Dairy Industry
Identify Opportunities and Challenges for the La. Dairy Industry

This publication assesses the current farm and financial characteristics of the state’s dairies and identifies key opportunities and challenges for producers to consider in this era of rapid change.