Technology in Agricultural Science

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Technology in Agricultural Science

• By Barbara Reichard

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Dairy Comp 305

• What is it?
• What does it do?
• What are the benefits?
• Who does it benefit?
• Other Available Programs
• Conclusion

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What is Dairy Comp 305?

• Herd Management Software Program
• Record keeping
• Compatible

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What does Dairy Comp 305 do?

• Flexible Record Keeping
• Electronic Meters
• Cows
• Heifers, Calves

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What are the benefits?

• Increase Profitability
• Fast Access to Lab Results
• More Accurate Record Keeping
• Better Herd Information
• Make Test Day a Breeze
• Reduce Paperwork

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Benefits Continued

• Produce Current Vet Lists
• Better Communication
• Easy Access to Information

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Who does it benefit?

• Producers
• Advisors

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Other Programs

• SCOUT
• Small to midsized dairy farm
• Quick and easy data entry
• Limited analysis capability
• Immediate lab test results
• Customized report capability

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Other Programs cont.

• ANALYSER
• Advisor
• Extensive data analysis
• Customized report capability
• Action list
• Immediate lab test results

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Conclusion

• Dairy Comp 305
• References
• www.ontdhi.com
• www.mndhia.org