Every extra cow in calf counts

When it comes to running a profitable dairy farm, nothing hits the bottom line harder than an empty cow. Right now, the value difference is stark:

• In-calf dairy cow: around $3,000

• Empty cull cow: around $1,500

That’s a $1,500 difference per animal. For a herd of 400 cows, every 2% difference in empty rate can add up to $12,000 lost or gained. 

Getting cows in calf isn’t just about reproductive performance- it’s about protecting your herd’s long-term value and keeping the milk flowing for seasons to come.

How we can help boost in-calf rates

Our team is here to support you with practical, evidence-based strategies:

• Nutritional consultation- ensuring cows are on the right feed curve heading into and throughout mating. 

• Non-cycler treatments- identifying and treating problem cows early to keep them in the game.

• ‘Phantom’ scanning- confirming early pregnancies, detecting phantom cows (cows that have gone silent), allowing prompt synchrony and mating before the end of mating

• Why wait (PG) injections- tightening calving patterns and lifting submission rates.

• Trace element testing- checking copper, selenium, and other key minerals so deficiencies don’t hold cows back.

• Eprinex pour-on drench- clearing parasite burdens that sap production and fertility.

Image shows 26 day old pregnacy and embryo

The take-home:

Every extra cow in calf represents another $1,500 of value compared to sending her on the truck. With margins tight, focusing on reproduction is one of the most powerful ways to improve profitability.

We’re here to help you put the right plan in place for your herd this season. Get in touch to talk through options for your cows.