Helping Fresh Cows THRIVE™

A comprehensive transition-cow assessment from Chemlock Nutrition.

THRIVE™ takes a closer look at the factors influencing the transition from pregnancy to lactation, combining on-farm observations, herd performance data, feed analysis, and blood serum analytics.

The result is a clearer picture of your transition program, with objective findings and practical recommendations to help improve transition-cow performance.

Four Key Areas of Assessment

The transition period is one of the most critical stages in a dairy cow’s production cycle. Understanding how cows adapt to the demands of early lactation requires looking at the complete picture.

THRIVE™ evaluates herd performance, health records, facilities, and cow comfort alongside blood serum mineral and TMR analysis.

By examining these factors together, Chemlock helps producers and their advisors better understand what’s happening during the transition period and where improvements may be possible.

  • 1

    Facilities

  • 2

    TMR Analysis

  • 3

    Health Record Analysis

  • 4

    Blood Serum Analysis (Ca & P)

1

Facilities 

Evaluate housing conditions, maternity management, stocking density, water and bunk space, and environmental factors that may influence transition performance.

2

TMR Analysis

Evaluate close-up and fresh-cow rations to identify potential concerns with feed composition and consistency.

3

Health Records Analysis

Review milk production, metabolic health events, and mortality data to help identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

4

Blood Serum Analysis (Ca & P)

Analyze total serum Calcium and Phosphorus in Close-up cows and Fresh cows at 4 DIM to identify the proportion of cows that transition into lactation successfully.

What to expect from a THRIVE™ Assessment

Before the Visit

Complete a brief pre-visit survey and schedule assessment with Chemlock representative.

On-Farm Assessment

A 3-4 hour visit includes transition-cow management questionnaire, facility evaluation, blood sampling, and feed sampling. Biosecurity protocols are followed throughout the visit.

Findings & Recommendations

Chemlock provides a final report summarizing assessment findings, identifying strengths and opportunities, and outlining practical recommendations.

Follow-Up Support

Additional visits can be arranged upon request.

Additional Services

  • Time lapse camera installation and review
  • In-depth TMR mixing audit with drone footage
  • In-depth cow comfort assessment
  • Feeder training