Adding Value to Manure Through Digesters/Separators/Composting

Daniel J. Meyer.................................................................................................................................... 1

What Are the Real Costs to Dairy Farmers of “Chevrolet, Buick, or Cadillac Heifers?”

Marjorie A. Faust................................................................................................................................. 7

Issues When Transporting Heifers

Neal Smith......................................................................................................................................... 23

Heifer Facilities Management

Daniel J. Meyer.................................................................................................................................. 31

Heifer Feeding Guidelines: An Update on Changes in Nutrient Requirements of Growing Heifers

Jim Linn and Laura Torbert................................................................................................................. 43

Reproduction: Economics of Tools and Technology

Ray L. Nebel...................................................................................................................................... 53

Quality Management in Agribusiness

Thomas Fuhrmann.............................................................................................................................. 65

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Contracts and Agreements for Custom Dairy Replacements, Jason Karszes and Roger A. Cady

Good Communications: Employees, Clients, and Family Members, Brian Earle

Presenting a Professional Business Image, Jennifer L. Garrett