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26/08/2026

A Remarkable Recovery Story from the Dairy

No dairy farmer wants to face a situation like this.

On a freezing winter night, a pregnant cow at United Vision Dairy escaped the barn and became trapped outside for nearly nine hours. When she was finally found, she was severely swollen, cold-stressed, and showing clear signs of a significant inflammatory challenge.

Looking for a way to support her recovery, Steve Jaeger administered two Aspi Boluses and moved her to a comfortable pen.

What happened next surprised him.
💬 "By the next day, the inflammation had really subsided. I was blown away by what I'd seen."

Today, that cow is still doing well.

For Steve, Aspi has become a valuable tool for supporting cows facing inflammation challenges, especially during sensitive periods such as pregnancy.

🎥 Watch Steve share his story and learn why Aspi has earned a place in their herd health approach.

Learn more about the New Aspi Formula: https://ahvint.com/product/aspi/

21/08/2026

A new Shamonda like Orthobunyavirus is rapidly emerging across Western Europe. Similar to Bluetongue, the virus is transmitted by Culicoides midges and may spread further during the current vector season.

AHV developed a dedicated Shamonda Virus Q&A covering the virus, transmission, clinical signs, diagnostics and practical support of affected cows. Read it here:

The Shamonda-like virus is a newly identified virus affecting cattle across several European countries and is spread by biting midges.

19/08/2026

"We were handcuffed because we didn't have the tools. Now we do."

For organic dairy producer Cesar Rey of Valley Falls Dairy in Oregon, USA, drying off high-producing cows used to be a major challenge.

Cows entering the dry period at 70-80 lbs. of milk often continued leaking milk, creating additional management challenges and increasing the risk of issues later in lactation.

Since implementing StopLac, the results have been clear:

✅ More effective dry-off for high-producing cows
✅ Less milk leakage during the dry period
✅ An estimated 80-90% reduction in udder issues after calving

"This is the only product you can use to stop milk production in the organic industry. It's been great for us."

Across the world, dairy producers face the challenge of managing high-producing cows at dry-off while preparing for a successful next lactation. Experiences like Cesar's show how the right tools and management strategies can support a smoother transition for both cows and farm teams.

🎥 Watch Cesar share his experience with StopLac and learn how a different approach to dry-off made a meaningful difference on his dairy.

Full story: https://ahvint.com/story/from-skeptic-to-advocate-how-an-oregon-organic-dairy-improved-udder-health/

13/08/2026

🐄 Can supporting a cow's immune response be about balance rather than suppression?

In a recent episode of The Dairy Podcast by Wisenetix, AHV Technical Services Consultant and veterinarian Dr. Chris Rock explored the concept of immune modulation and how Aspi helps dairy producers support cows during challenging periods such as freshening and other health events.

Key highlights from the conversation:

✅ Supports a balanced inflammatory response
✅ Helps cows cope with transition and other stress-related challenges
✅ Oral application for practical on-farm use
✅ Contains no aspirin or salicylates
✅ No milk or meat withdrawal period required
✅ Developed to support modern dairy management

💬 "Being skeptical is great. But keeping an open mind to new ideas is what drives progress."
– Dr. Chris Rock

Interested in learning more about immune modulation and its role in supporting cow wellbeing and performance?

🎧 Listen to the full episode:

Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2oJawc1p1o4813BrwnQ3Sg?si=qAlTIsVuSs-uEIrBEa-sYA
▶️ YouTube: youtu.be/CF9RzY-tyfo?si=mRIoNZimHF_hFI6G
🍏 Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-christopher-rock-immune-modulation-in-dairy-cows-ep-209/id1643773684?i=1000779866220

12/08/2026

"I used to hate drying cows, now I like it."

For many dairy farmers, dry-off can be one of the most demanding periods on the farm. Managing cow comfort while maintaining an efficient workflow often puts pressure on both cows and employees.

At Santiam Dairy in the USA, Drew Johnson shares how implementing StopLac helped make dry-off a calmer and more manageable process.

✔️ Calmer cows during dry-off
✔️ Less milk leakage
✔️ Less stress and rushing in the parlor
✔️ More time to properly assess each cow
✔️ Improved employee safety
✔️ No concerns about antibiotic residues from early-calving cows

One of the biggest benefits has been creating a more relaxed working environment for the farm team. Instead of rushing through the dry-off process, employees have more time to focus on the cow and carry out other important herd management tasks.

As Drew explains:

"We're relaxed, we're able to give them the boluses, give them their vaccinations, worm them, get a good look at the cow... all the stress is just gone."

After seeing positive results, Santiam Dairy expanded StopLac from selective use to all cows at dry-off.

🎥 Watch Drew's story and discover how StopLac is helping improve the dry-off experience for both cows and people.

🔗 https://ahvint.com/story/how-santiam-dairy-nearly-eliminated-metritis/

05/08/2026

🐄 “This is so much simpler.”

Every dairy farm is looking for practical solutions that fit into daily routines without adding extra work.

For Hank Doelman of James Road Dairy in Washington, the AHV approach has helped make supporting udder health simpler and more efficient.

✅ Less labor
✅ Cows can often stay with their group
✅ Easy-to-follow protocols based on herd data
✅ Visible improvements in rumination and eating behavior

"You really can see the difference on the graph pretty much the next day. It's pretty impressive actually."

Using AHV Extra, Aspi, Quick and Booster as part of his herd health strategy, Hank has developed a system that works for his farm and helps him respond quickly when cows show signs of udder health challenges.

We're proud to hear stories from farmers like Hank who are finding practical ways to support cow health and performance every day.

🎥 Watch his full story below.

📩 Want to learn more? Get in touch: https://ahvint.com/get-in-touch/

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04/08/2026

StopLac Is Now Available In Portugal

Exciting news for dairy farmers and veterinarians in Portugal! 🇵🇹🐄

StopLac offers a practical approach to drying off dairy cows abruptly in a natural and comfortable way. By temporarily reducing milk production at dry-off, StopLac helps make the process smoother for both cows and farmers.

Since its launch in other markets, StopLac has helped more than 4,000 producers manage dry-off with confidence as part of a sustainable health strategy.

A warm welcome to our Portuguese team and partners as we bring this innovative solution to dairy farms across Portugal.

👉 Ready to make the switch? Get in touch to learn more: https://ahvint.com/get-in-touch/

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29/07/2026

🚜 “It simplifies your hospital string...”

When fresh cow or udder health challenges arise, every decision matters. That's why dairy producers are looking for solutions that support recovery while fitting seamlessly into their daily management.

At Green Gold Dairy in Oregon, USA, Julian Cowan appreciates how AHV solutions help simplify hospital pen management and support cows in getting back to the milking herd sooner.

✅ Simplified hospital pen management
✅ Cows returning to the herd with confidence
✅ Greater peace of mind with fewer antibiotic interventions

Milking 600 grass-based cows in Nehalem, Oregon, Julian has experienced the benefits of taking a proactive approach to cow health and recovery.

💬 What strategies have helped streamline health management on your dairy? Get in touch: https://ahvint.com/us/get-in-touch/

22/07/2026

🐄 “The cows don’t seem stressed out. Right away, their udders are basically dried up. No leakage.”

For Roel Stoker and the team at Ned Tex Dairy in Texas, that peace of mind during dry-off has made a real difference.

With StopLac, Roel has seen cows transition into the dry period smoothly, without the udder leakage, swelling, and disruption often associated with traditional dry-off methods.

✅ Less udder pressure and leakage
✅ A calmer dry period
✅ No need to move cows to unfamiliar areas
✅ More flexibility in dry-off management

“Now it seems like there’s no stress on them when we give them the pills.”

Thank you to Roel Stoker and the entire Ned Tex Dairy team for sharing your experience with StopLac!

Learn more about StopLac: https://ahvint.com/us/get-in-touch/

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15/07/2026

🐄 A smoother dry-off starts with cow comfort.

At Veldhuis North Dairy in California, every decision impacts the performance of 4,000 milking cows.

After adding StopLac to their dry-off protocol, the team noticed:
✅ Less stress during dry-off
✅ Reduced udder pressure and improved comfort
✅ Better appetite and overall condition
✅ No increase in SCC during dry-off
✅ +2 lbs of milk per cow per day compared to their previous approach

And the benefits went beyond dry-off. By combining StopLac with their natural herd health protocols, the team experienced fewer udder health challenges in fresh cows while simplifying management with an easy oral application and no withdrawal period.

For Gerardo Villalobos and his team, it's all about creating a smoother transition for cows and setting them up for success in the next lactation.

Read their story here: https://ahvint.com/story/natural-dry-off-cow-comfort-at-veldhuis-north-dairy/

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Discover how a 4,000-cow dairy in California improved cow comfort, reduced SCC, and increased milk production using AHV’s natural dry-off and mastitis solutions.