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It is often said that the introduction of the TMR (Total Mixed Ration) mixer has played a pivotal role in improving animal performance, and at the same decreasing feed cost. Yet little authoritative information has been written, nor public research conducted, regarding this important tool for cattle feeding since its inception more than 40 years ago. Here you’ll find information regarding how TMR mixers function, how to optimize the TMR and mixer operation on your farm, TMR mixer tips, industry developments, and other related items.

Beef Cow-calf TMR Economics

October 29, 2020
A TMR mixer is a long life, depreciable asset, that simultaneously decreases feed cost and increases animal productivity (revenue), with the cost being amortizable over numerous years, its operational life being a function of how much it is used each year. Dr. Alan Vaage Dr. Alan Vaage is a Ruminant Nutritionist with over 30 years [...]
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Jaylor Guidelines For Processing Round Bales

October 29, 2020
Dr. Alan Vaage Dr. Alan Vaage is a Ruminant Nutritionist with over 30 years of experience in the beef industry, and currently provides technical support for Jaylor. Dr. Vaage can be contacted by email: nutrition@jaylor.com See Full Bio Dr. Alan Vaage Dr. Alan Vaage is a Ruminant Nutritionist with over 30 years of experience in [...]
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Dairy TMR Feed Management Tools Improve Profitability

October 29, 2020
Consistent feed composition and delivery are generally recognized as key components for optimal animal health and maximizing milk production and profitability. Equally important are accurate measurement and tracking of feed intake for determining feed efficiency of milk production and income over feed cost (IOFC) as key indicators of economic performance and profitability. Dr. Alan Vaage [...]
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Heat Stress? Sharpen Focus On Summer Feeding

October 29, 2020
Heat stress in dairy cattle causes increased water intake, rapid respiration, elevated body temperature, altered hormone profiles and more. In other words, it’s bad, and it’s often devastating effects extend beyond the period of heat stress itself Dr. Alan Vaage Dr. Alan Vaage is a Ruminant Nutritionist with over 30 years of experience in the [...]
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