Moving Beyond Basics: Dairy Nutrition and Diet Formulation

Moving Beyond Basics: Dairy Nutrition and Diet Formulation

本课程是 Dairy Nutrition for Udder Success 专项课程的一部分

位教师：Phil Cardoso, DVM, MS, PhD

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Analyze feeding strategies to optimize dairy cow, calf, and heifer health and productivity.
Evaluate key nutritional markers and formulate balanced diets for dairy cattle.
Apply colostrum management and nutrient interactions to enhance cow and calf health.

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This course offers a comprehensive exploration of dairy cattle nutrition, focusing on feeding strategies for cows, calves, and heifers. Students will learn to formulate diets, identify key nutritional markers, and understand the impact of dietary choices on health and reproduction. The course covers colostrum management, liquid feeding strategies, and nutrient interactions to optimize dairy cow productivity. Expert instructors guide learners through practical applications, ensuring a thorough understanding of feeding practices during critical periods like the transition phase.

This course is part of the College of ACES suite of online programs, including the graduate certificate, "Dairy Nutrition for Udder Success" that can be stacked toward an advanced degree in the College of ACES. To learn more about online programs from the College of ACES and explore ways to apply your Coursera work toward a degree program at the University of Illinois, visit ACES Online at acesonline.illinois.edu.

In the course orientation, you will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course. Then dive into the second part of this module to explore the essential nutrients required in dairy rations. You will learn how to effectively feed these nutrients to dairy cows, ensuring their health and productivity. By the end of this week, you will be able to understand and apply the concepts of nutrient feeding in dairy cow management.

涵盖的内容

20个视频5篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题

20个视频总计127分钟

Course Overview 2分钟
Instructor Introduction - Phil Cardoso 1分钟
Instructor Introduction - James K Drackley 1分钟
Module 1 | Overview 1分钟
Energy 16分钟
Carbohydrates 8分钟
Lipids 4分钟
Protein & Amino Acids 3分钟
Macrominerals 9分钟
Macrominerals | Strong Ions 8分钟
Microminerals 11分钟
Vitamins 6分钟
Water 6分钟
Requirements 11分钟
Additives 6分钟
Dry Matter 5分钟
Dry Matter Intake 9分钟
Physical Appearance 4分钟
Key Changes from NRC 2001 to NASEM 2021 14分钟
Module 1 | Conclusion 2分钟

5篇阅读材料总计26分钟

Syllabus 5分钟
Learn More About Flexible Pathways 3分钟
Updating Your Profile 3分钟
Are your cows drinking enough water? 10分钟
Defining physically effective fiber (peNDF) in your cow’s diet 5分钟

2个作业总计45分钟

Module 1 | Knowledge Check 30分钟
Orientation Quiz 15分钟

1个讨论话题总计5分钟

Getting to Know Your Classmates 5分钟

In this module, you will explore the nutritional needs of youngstock, focusing on the essential concepts of feeding calves and heifers. You will learn how to apply these principles to enhance their growth and overall performance.

涵盖的内容

11个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业

11个视频总计62分钟

Module 2 | Overview 2分钟
Why Colostrum is Critical | Refractometer 6分钟
Quickly, Quantity, Quality, and Cleanliness 5分钟
Whole Milk | Calf Drinking from Bottle 6分钟
Milk Replacers | Mixing Milk Replacer 6分钟
Calf starter and Rumen Development 6分钟
Limited use of Forage 3分钟
Heifer Growth Principles 6分钟
Heifer Grouping and Rations 6分钟
Calf Nutrition: Past and Future 13分钟
Module 2 | Conclusion 3分钟

2篇阅读材料总计20分钟

Feeding for Calf Growth, Even in the Winter 10分钟
Economic Comparison of Conventional vs. Intensive Heifer Rearing 10分钟

1个作业总计30分钟

Module 2 | Knowledge Check 30分钟

In this module, you will explore the critical phase known as the transition period in dairy farming. You will gain insights into the nutritional needs of cows during this time, understand the challenges they face, and learn effective feeding strategies to ensure their health and productivity.

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18个视频4篇阅读材料1个作业

18个视频总计108分钟

Module 3 | Overview 3分钟
DMI | Maximize while Controlling Nutrients and Energy Intake 7分钟
Energy Requirements 3分钟
Protein and Amino Acids 9分钟
Starch 7分钟
Fiber 7分钟
Minerals 8分钟
Sorting 4分钟
Total Mix Rations 1分钟
Fresh Pens and Body Condition Scores 3分钟
Additives 4分钟
Impact of the Transition Period on Cow Health 9分钟
Impact of the Transition Period on Reproduction 6分钟
Protein Mobilization 7分钟
Metabolic Disorders and Fertility 12分钟
Nutrition strategies During the Transition Period 6分钟
Global Solutions for the Transition Period 12分钟
Module 3 | Conclusion 2分钟

4篇阅读材料总计40分钟

Ten steps for a successful transition period: Part 1 10分钟
Biology of Dairy Cows During the Transition Period 10分钟
Ten steps for a successful transition period: Part 2 10分钟
Learners Guide Case study: Should we blame the nutritionist? 10分钟

1个作业总计30分钟

Module 3 | Knowledge Check 30分钟

In this module, you will consolidate all the knowledge gained throughout the course to formulate a comprehensive diet. You will learn to identify key markers essential for creating a balanced and complete diet for dairy cattle. At the conclusion of this module, you will be ready to complete the final assessment for the course and earn your Coursera certificate!