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February 2024 Top DHI ECM Herds

February 2024 Top DHI ECM Herds

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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CentralStar Cooperative hires seven 2024 summer interns

CentralStar Cooperative hires seven 2024 summer interns

CentralStar Cooperative, serving dairy and beef producers in the upper Midwest, will host seven interns, this year, in their genetics, laboratory, and research and development business units. Five students will join the genetics and artificial-insemination (A.I.) team...

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January 2024 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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Beef Tips – Winter 2024

This issue of CentralStar Beef Tips is packed with information that will aid in beef sire selection and calving season. Meet the CentralStar Beef Specialists and learn who their favorite sire picks are, and learn about tools and protocols they use to help prevent calf challenges.

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December 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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CentralStar Big Book 2024

An all-inclusive annual publication containing, year-end DHI production reports, ReproStar Award winners, Pioneer Award winner, and CentralStar’s herd management product catalog.

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Herd-Management Solutions 2024

Proven herd management solutions that support herd wellness and productivity. Hundreds of options to assist with preventing and mitigating costly challenges like mycotoxin exposure, heat stress, high SCC, sours and more.

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November 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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October 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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CentralStar honors award-winning team members

CentralStar Cooperative, supporting dairy and beef producers across the upper Midwest, broadcasted their annual CentralStar Team Member Awards Program on Oct. 23, 2023. This event serves as a platform for acknowledging and celebrating the contributions of team members...

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The POINT – Fall 2023

See what’s new at CentralStar with the Fall 2023 edition of The POINT! The POINT newsletter is designed to share producer success stories, provide management tips and strategies to help you get more out of your herd, highlight products, programs and services to address challenges your herd faces, and more.

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September 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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August 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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July 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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The POINT – Summer 2023

See what’s new at CentralStar with the Summer 2023 edition of The POINT! The POINT newsletter is designed to share producer success stories, provide management tips and strategies to help you get more out of your herd, highlight products, programs and services to address challenges your herd faces, and more.

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May 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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April 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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The POINT – Spring 2023

See what’s new at CentralStar with the Spring 2023 edition of The POINT! The POINT newsletter is designed to share producer success stories, provide management tips and strategies to help you get more out of your herd, highlight products, programs and services to address challenges your herd faces, and more.

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March 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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February 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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CentralStar Big Book 2023

An all-inclusive annual publication containing management articles, year-end DHI production reports, ReproStar Award winners, Pioneer Award winner, and the herd management product catalog.

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CentralStar Cooperative hires nine 2023 summer interns

CentralStar Cooperative, serving dairy and beef producers in the upper Midwest, will host nine interns, this year, in their genetics, laboratory, and research and development business units. Six students will join the genetics and artificial-insemination (A.I.) team...

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Mark Adam selected CentralStar Pioneer Award recipient

The CentralStar Cooperative Board of Directors recently announced Mark Adam of Eaton Rapids, Mich., as the 2022 Pioneer Award recipient. Established in 1977, the Pioneer Award recognizes individuals who, through selfless and dedicated service and leadership, have...

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January 2023 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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December 2022 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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November 2022 Top Herds ECM

The monthly DHI Top Herds report ranks the top 100 Holstein and Top 10 High-Components Breeds herds for Energy Corrected Milk (ECM). To appear in the report herds must have a data collection rating ≥ 90, herd size of ≥ 25 and be enrolled in an official DHI test type with CentralStar.

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