Welcome to the Dairy Calf and Heifer Association!
The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association (DCHA) is a non-profit member organization. Our mission is to enhance the success of the dairy industry by providing insights and opportunities to improve dairy calf and heifer production. Together, we are committed to growing our future.
Introducing the DCHA Online Learning Library
A collection of resources exclusively available to DCHA members. Listed in categories under Performance Standards and Production Standards. Informational documents and research articles at your fingertips!
DCHA Calf Chat
Livestream presentation available on the DCHA Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube channels. Engage with over 30,000 of our followers! Sponsor provides industry experts to educate about a current dairy calf and heifer topic or “how to” do a task correctly on the farm.
Check out the latest DCHA Calf Chats!
Global Insights and Practices for Raising Strong Dairy and Beef on Dairy Calves
Strong herds start in the first 90 days. In this episode, DCHA board members Jim Van Patter and Rodolfo Nava share what actually drives calf performance — from colostrum timing and transition milk to team consistency and daily execution. It’s not complicated. It’s disciplined. If you want better heifers, better beef-on-dairy calves, and better long-term results, this conversation is for you.
Thank you, First Defense Calf Health, for sponsoring the podcast!
A long time member and past DCHA board president, Jamie Franken,talks about the Dairy Calf and Heifer Association and all it has to offer its members.
For membership information, visit our member page.
