DairyTalk 333: Reducing culling by 23%: health strategies to extend productive herd life - by Helmut Demmelhuber

This episode is based on a technical article examining the
economic impact of cow longevity in modern dairy systems. It
highlights how rising replacement costs are driving a shift away
from aggressive culling strategies toward improved health
management. The article discusses targeted approaches to udder
health, including methods addressing chronic infections at their
biological root, to reduce involuntary culling. A case study
illustrates how lowering culling rates can translate into
substantial financial gains. Extending the productive lifespan of
high-performing cows emerges as a key strategy under current
heifer market conditions. With comments on a "The
Bullvine"-article (March 18th, 2026) by Andrew Hunt:
https://www.thebullvine.com