Testimonials
Farm GARD (EARL COLIBRI)
A clear improvement in yields, better health and subsequent fertility.
| Before | With the line HHM and FSA |
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| Production per cow | 30 kg | 34.8 kg |
| Peak milk production in older cows | 39 kg | 44.5 kg |
| Peak milk production in first-calf cow | 29 kg | 33.6 kg |
| Percentages | 40.3 ; protein 31.6/l | 40.8 ; protein 33.7/l |
| Fertility rate 1st Class | 55 % | 89 % |
| Somatic cell count | 200.000 | 140.000 |
Breeder Comments:
| Significantly fewer cases of milk fever and retained placenta. The cows go in heat 15 days after
calving. It is clear to see when the cow is in heat, far fewer cases of metritis. Good general
condition, very beautiful coat, very good rumination. Of the 10 recently inseminated cows,
9 are in calf. H-H-M and FSA are particularly good technicians and animal feed experts who
are always ready for the cattle farmers. They have a good understanding of dairy farming and
give excellent advice. We have been working together with H-H-M and FSA for a number of
years and we’re very impressed by their professionalism. We certainly recommend that cattle farms take advantage of their services |
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| Class 1 - Holstein Junior winner All-European Championship Fribourg 2013 | |
Gaec KERLASCOZ (Mr L'HOSTIS)
We decided not to disclose our results by choice
| Before | With the line FEEDING FSA |
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| Level of Production Per Cow | We decided not to disclose our results by choice |
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Breeder Comments:
That is more than 4 years that we work with nutritionists Company FeedingSpecificAnimal FSA and HHM.
The goal is to optimize our rations to produce maximum milk per cow.
A big concern for health has prevented us from achieving these goals, for now.
As against the level of knowledge and nutritionists FSA/HHM, in rations allowed us despite the problems to maintain our herd in good shape, with a proper amount of milk despite a high average month.
Reproduction is maintained at a good level.
Milk quality is also very good.
We also followed their recommendations for breeding heifers and the results are there.
We reduced the age at calving and young first-calf cow are waiting to happen without much concern for reproduction.
Today we work with agronomists and HHM FSA for the establishment of new crops to optimize our diet.
We are very satisfied with the work with the company and FSA/HHM and we recommend their work to farmers.
Farm des Fontaines (Mr Tremblet)
Working with Horgon-Holstein-Monde and FeedingSpecificAnimal for 4 years
| Before | With the line HHM and FSA |
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| Production per cow | 31 kg | 37,3 kg |
| Peak milk production in older cows | 39,4 kg | 51,4 kg |
| Peak milk production in first-calf cow | 32 kg | 37,7 kg |
| Percentages | 40.3;protein 33.6 / l | Fat 41.8; protein 35.7 / l |
| Fertility rate 1st Class | 41 % | 82 % |
| Somatic cell count | 200.000 | 110.000 |
Breeder Comments:
We began our collaboration in 2008.
From the first few months, the results were remarkable. In 2011 we
stopped our collaboration with H-H-M and FSA due to falling milk prices.
In 2012 we again called on the
livestock feed experts from H-H-M and FSA, because our results deteriorated significantly and our cows
were not in good condition. Now, the results speak for themselves. When necessary, the feed experts
adjust the rations very quickly. Their international knowledge of dairy cattle farming is a great help. In
this way, we produce more milk with fewer cows. The feed experts respond immediately, are motivated
and are always ready to optimise the rations. They also have extensive knowledge about cattle farming
in general.
Farm DREANO (Gaec des Ajoncs)
Still very satisfactory results after 1 year of work with Feeding.
| Before | With the line FEEDING FSA |
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| Level of Production Per Cow | 69 lbs | 79 lbs |
| Multiparous Peak of Lactation | 87 lbs | 98 lbs |
| Primiparous Peak of Lactation | 70 lbs | 81 lbs |
| Content s % (Fat and Protein) | 4.03 and 3.36 | 4.18 and 3.37 |
| Fertilization rate at first AI | 41% | 81% |
| Number of Cells in Milk | 200.000 | 110.000 |
Breeder Comments:
We have seen a very significant improvement since our last publication. In one year, we have gone from 45 cows to 34 cows, for a quota of 7925 cwt. Very good follow-up by nutritionists. When necessary, food intake can be quickly readjusted by telephone or e-mail. Excellent advice about raw materials to use at the farm.
Farm JET (Gaec du Pont-Neuf)
Collaborating with Feeding since 2008.
| Before | With the line FEEDING FSA |
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| Level of Production Per Cow | 68 lbs | 79 lbs |
| Herd Health | Acidosis, Acetonemia, Metritis | Very good general health condition, nice hair, very obvious in heat condition |
| Content s % (Fat and Protein) | 4.2 and 3.25 | 4.4 and 3.69 |
| Fertilization rate at first AI | 48% | Close to 90% |
| Number of Cells in Milk | 200.000 | 120.000 |
Breeder Comments:
The Nutritionists from Feeding are easy to reach by phone. They are very quick to react in case of a change in feed allowance. Very knowledgeable of dairy cows breeding at a worldwide level and therefore able to anticipate costs and selection of raw materials. A recent result: We went from 60 cows to 45 cows for a quota of 10125 cwt.
Farm le Berre (Gaec le Berre Jaouen)
After 1 year of working with Feeding nutritionists. Results more than satisfactory.
| Before | With the line FEEDING FSA |
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| Level of Production Per Cow | 55 lbs | 65.56 lbs |
| Multiparous Peak of Lactation | 99 lbs | 110 lbs |
| Primiparous Peak of Lactation | 61.6 lbs | 72.6 lbs |
| Content s % (Fat and Protein) | 3.75 and 3.05 | 3.94 and 3.35 |
| Fertilization rate at first AI | 45 % | 80 % |
| Number of Cells in Milk | 230.000 | 180.000 |
Breeder Comments:
Since we follow the advice of Feeding nutritionists the cows are in very good shape, resulting in better contents and better fertility.
We also appreciate the advice on the rearing of heifers; that will bring in the near future further improvement in our herd because the results are very impressive and satisfying.
With advice and knowledge of Feeding nutritionists, we have determined a ration of lupine, pea and faba bean we have grown on the farm, in order to limit costs.
Feeding nutritionists listen ti farmers and react vers quickly. They have a great knowledge of dairy farming and give very good advice
Farm Thizy (EARL DU CRET REYNAUD)
A year of working with FeedingSpecificAnimal nutritionists.
| Before | With the line FEEDING FSA |
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| Level of Production Per Cow | 55 lbs | 74 lbs |
| Multiparous Peak of Lactation | 59 lbs | 85 lbs |
| Primiparous Peak of Lactation | 55 lbs | 69 lbs |
| Content s % (Fat and Protein) | 4.26 and 3.02 | 4.45 and 3.31 |
| Fertilization rate at first AI | 41 % | 71 % |
| Number of Cells in Milk | 256.000 | 122.000 |
Breeder Comments:
Three quarters of the herd are Red Holstein.
We contacted the FeedingSpecificAnimal nutritional company 1 year ago.
After having provided all the documents they needed, we put in place the rations they advised us.
The results were very quick and very significant.
We found that the heats were more obvious, as well as happening earlier.
The body condition of animals is significantly improved by a better balanced ration, as well as the general appearance: hair, lameness etc.
Cows start their lactation much better.
To date, we have obtained more milk with fewer cows on this farm.
The nutritionists are very reactive and motivated, they are at your disposal to optimize the operation and possess a very strong knowledge of cattle breeding and milking.
Feeding Specific Animal Inc.