06/03/2026
On-farm repro ultrasound is such a powerful add-on to the heifer strategy outlined in this article.
Heifers are actually easier to scan than cows, and tools are getting friendlier every year. New systems like the EI Medical LiteNXT now have built‑in AI (HerdIQ) that can detect pregnancies with about 99% accuracy at 28+ days, which takes a lot of pressure off beginners and makes on-farm scanning far less intimidating. HerdIQ will even highlight ovaries while you’re evaluating CLs, which is a huge help for timing breedings and managing reproductive programs more precisely.
Reproductive ultrasound is a technical skill, but it’s one almost any motivated producer can learn. At ViiSona, we offer practical dairy cattle repro ultrasound training in Canada and supply machines that are ideal for on‑farm use. Producers learn how to confirm opens, stage pregnancies, find twins, evaluate ovaries for CLs and cysts, and check fetal viability—skills that fit perfectly with the heifer-focused strategies discussed in this piece.
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There is a need for a more intentional and strategic approach to heifer management, particularly in reproduction. With fewer animals in the pipeline, mistakes such as delayed breeding or missed opportunities can have a greater impact on herd performance and profitability.
