Field Study
The Impact of FreshStart™ on Dairy Cow Health and Performance
Healthy Cow Corporation conducted a large-scale commercial pen study across three dairy farms in New York to evaluate the impact of FreshStart™ on dairy cow health, milk production, and reproductive performance. The study compared Holstein cows treated with FreshStart™ to a control group and measured various health and productivity indicators.
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Impact of FreshStart™ on Key Health Outcomes in Dairy Cows
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Impact of FreshStart™ on Milk and Protein Yield in Dairy Cows
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Key findings
- Improved Cow Health – FreshStart™ reduced mastitis incidence by 40%, pneumonia incidence by 34.9%, and overall postpartum health disorders by 26.4% compared to the control group. [1]
- Lower Mortality Rate – Mortality rates were 38.8% lower in the FreshStart™ group compared to the control.[1]
- Enhanced Milk Quality – Milk yield increased slightly (+0.6 lbs/day), while protein yield improved from 3.05 to 3.08 lbs/day, indicating better milk quality.[1]
- Better Reproductive Outcomes – FreshStart™ reduced pregnancy losses, improving overall breeding successs; however, a larger sample size is needed to achieve statistical significance. [1]
These results indicate that FreshStart™ can be a valuable tool in enhancing herd health, improving productivity, and reducing antibiotic reliance in dairy farming. Based on field results, FreshStart™ delivers a 5:1 return on investment for dairy farmers. Learn about FreshStart™'s ROI
[1] Dairy Health & Management Services; Stangaferro, M.; Ostrum, P. (2024, October23). Effect of Intravaginal Administration of Lactic Acid Bacteria (FreshStart™) onHealth, Production, and Reproduction of Lactating Dairy Cows.