Ebook - Practical Dairy Nutrition Requirements and Field Applications, author Dr. Mike Hutjens

The essential practical guide to dairy cow nutrition based on the official NASEM 2021 report (formerly NRC 2001). Written by Mike Hutjens, this 70+ page book translates the full 482-page report into clear, farm-ready language with “NASEM Changes” and “Field Applications” for every chapter. Replaces Chapter 14 of the Hoard’s Dairyman Feeding Guide. Free updated NASEM ration-balancing software included.

Every Chapter Covered:

Ch 2: Dry Matter Intake (DMI predictions, first-lactation 88%, uNDF 7-12%)

Ch 3: Energy (maintenance +2 Mcal, new ROM, feed efficiency)

Ch 4: Fat/Fatty Acids (11 categories, max 7%, PUFA <500 g/day, high-oleic strategies)

Ch 5: Carbohydrates (fNDF 15-19%, WSC 5-7%, rumination >550 min, fecal starch <3.5%)

Ch 6: Protein/Amino Acids (RDP 10-12%, MUN 8-12, RPAA use)

Ch 7: Minerals (absorbed basis, DCAD, safe max levels, organic traces)

Ch 8: Vitamins

Ch 10: Young Calf Nutrition

Ch 11: Heifer Growth

Ch 12: Dry & Transition Cows

Ch 13: Production Systems (freestall, pasture, AMS)

Ch 14: Environment (methane & N reduction)

Ch 15: Feed By-Products

Ch 16: Feed Additives

Ch 17: Toxic Agents

Ch 20: Model Use

Ch 21: Full requirement tables (Holsteins & Jerseys)

Real results: Higher feed efficiency, lower ration cost, fewer fresh-cow disorders, better fertility, sustainability compliance.

Format: Clean PDF (70+ pages) with tables & monitoring tools.

Bonuses: Free NASEM 2021 software + appendix tables.

Instant download. Updated science. Immediate impact in the tank.

Buy now and optimize every ration on your farm.