The transition period is make-or-break for dairy success. What happens in the weeks before calving sets the stage for everything that follows – milk production, cow health, reproductive performance, and ultimately, profitability.
At Arm & Hammer Animal Nutrition, we focus on proven dry cow management strategies that prepare cows for a successful transition into lactation. From preventing milk fever through negative DCAD nutrition to optimizing protein utilization and maintaining feed intake, our science-backed approach ensures cows are equipped for peak performance from day one.
The dry period isn't downtime – it's preparation time. With the right nutritional foundation, transition disorders can be reduced by up to 56%, setting the stage for higher start-up milk yields, improved reproductive health, and extended cow longevity. Because when transition goes right, everything else follows.
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Arm & Hammer solutions are proven to enhance milk and component production, efficiency and immunity.
ARM & HAMMER BEDDING TREATMENT uses beneficial bacteria to target pathogens causing high somatic cell count and mastitis, without the safety risks of chemical bedding treatments.
ARM & HAMMER™ SODIUM BICARBONATE is easily added to high-energy rations to stabilize rumen acid and boost DCAD for improved feed intake and milk fat production.
DCAD Plus™ replenishes potassium lost through postpartum production and maintenance. Keeps cows hydrated and components high without adverse ration heating or chloride effects.
In the competitive landscape of dairy farming, maximizing milk production and achieving optimal cow health are paramount goals. BIO-CHLOR was designed to meet these critical needs by delivering high-quality metabolizable protein (MP) and essential anions in a single, highly efficient formulation.
A-MAX™ Yeast Culture uses Saccharomyces cerevisiae to improve rumen efficiency and milk production, even when temperatures rise.
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