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DairyTalk 102: Fixing Udder Edema in Fresh Heifers - Small Steps, Big Returns - by Helmut Demmelhuber
Udder edema in fresh heifers isn’t destiny - it’s management.
With 86% of first-lactation cows affected, simple changes like separating close-ups and supplementing vitamin E + selenium can cut the problem in half.
The cost? About $40 per heifer.
The return? Over 300%.
This episode breaks down how smart prevention turns into long-term profitability and better herd health. With comments on a "The Bullvine"-article (October 31th, 2025) by Andrew Hunt: https://www.thebullvine.com
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