Why Producers and Consultants Are Turning to HerdHQ

Managing today’s dairy herds means juggling multiple systems, reports, and data sources - yet still missing key insights. HerdHQ brings trusted DRMS-standardized data into one visual, easy-to-use platform. With visual summaries, customizable dashboards, and seamless integration with your existing test day data, HerdHQ helps you:

	Cut through data overload and see what really matters
	Access a clear view of herd trends and performance metrics
	Make confident, informed decisions, backed by reliable data

Clear Data. Confident Decisions. Measurable Results.

HerdHQ helps turn data into action—delivering clear insights that support faster decisions and measurable ROI. Here’s how HerdHQ can help you unlock more:

	$160–$200 per cow annual gain More Milk, More Profit - HerdHQ highlights cows with suboptimal peak milk, enabling you to take action to boost production by 4 lbs. and capture more profit.1
	$45–$105 per cow annual gain Improve Pregnancy Rate, Capture Hidden Profits - A 3% pregnancy rate improvement can lead to major economic gains. HerdHQ helps you spot breeding and health trends faster—so you can act sooner and improve repro outcomes.2
	$11 saved per cow Reduce Treatment Costs - HerdHQ’s DecisiveDry tool supports Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT), helping you identify which cows might not need antibiotics at dry-off—reducing costs and unnecessary treatments.3

 

Real Scenarios. Real DRMS Data.

These case studies are built from real test-day data, collected through DRMS, and modeled using actual herd performance. Each example illustrates how HerdHQ tools help uncover opportunities, spot risks sooner, and improve outcomes.

	Case Study: How a High-Producing Herd Used HerdHQ to Cut Antibiotic Use by 78% A real-world example shows how HerdHQ’s DecisiveDry can support SDCT, reduce treatments, and lower costs Read the case study
	Case Study: Too Much Data. No Clear Signal HerdHQ Uncovered $445K in Projected Milk Gains In this real-world case study, MilkMetrics® and DairyDepot® revealed a 3 lb. peak milk gap—adding up to $135 more per cow annually Read the full story
	Case Study: The Chronic Cow Driving Up Bulk Tank SCC Dropped Bulk Tank SCC by 15% — and Unlocked $9,400 This case study shows how HerdHQ’s MilkMetrics® and HotSheetPro flagged 4 high-SCC cows driving 12% of tank total — spurring action before premiums were lost Read the full story

 

Explore the Tools in the HerdHQ Suite

Each tool in the HerdHQ portfolio is built to help you see trends sooner, act faster, and make confident decisions. Whether you're evaluating herd health, reproduction, production, or performance, these tools help you focus on what matters most.

 

CowCompass

Need a fast, reliable cow lookup?

HerdHQ’s CowCompass® makes it easy to access complete cow records—ID, health, breeding, and more—wherever you are.

Quick, complete cow lookup for confident decisions.

 

DairyDepot

Looking for custom dashboards and herd trends in one place?

DairyDepot visualizes production, health, and reproduction data with customizable dashboards and clear trends.

See the big picture and track progress with ease.

 

DecisiveDry

Unsure which cows need treatment at dry-off?

DecisiveDry supports Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT) by combining SCC history and mastitis records for targeted decisions.

Cut unnecessary treatments, save money, and protect udder health.

 

HerdHighlight

Want to quickly spot performance highs and lows?

HerdHighlight summarizes key herd metrics to show what’s working—and what needs attention.

Focus on key wins and improvement areas with clear, actionable data.

 

MilkMetrics

Not sure how your herd’s performance stacks up?

MilkMetrics benchmarks your herd against others and tracks over 100 KPIs for clear performance tracking.

Know where you stand and move forward with clarity.

 

HotSheetPro

Missing chronic SCC cases or milk loss risks on static reports?

HotSheetPro flags issues early with dynamic SCC reports to protect your bulk tank.

Stay ahead of SCC issues and protect your premiums.

 

HeiferHub

Need help planning future heifer inventory and breeding?

HeiferHub projects inventory and supports breeding strategies with data-driven insights.

Plan ahead for long-term herd success.

 

KeepOrBeef

Need clear recommendations on which cows to keep, breed, or cull?

KeepOrBeef delivers ROI-based decisions to improve profitability and streamline herd management.

Make smart, profitable decisions quickly.

 

 

Milking Speed Insights - Now in HerdHQ

Milking Speed (MSPD) is now an official CDCB genetic evaluation - made possible by DRMS data and the contributions of dairy herds across our network. Now fully integrated into HerdHQ, MSPD gives you a clear view of how milking speed impacts your herd, helping you make informed genetic and management decisions.

In CowCompass and DairyDepot:

• See milking speed values alongside sire and genetic details
• Track trends and summaries updated with MSPD data
• Access new, exportable herd reports for deeper analysis of cows, heifers, and calves

Explore Milking Speed:

• Read an article on the significance of the new MSPD genetic evaluation
• Watch a video on why MSPD matters for the dairy industry
• Watch a video on how to access MSPD in HerdHQ

 

Have Questions?

Find out more about HerdHQ with this quick, practical overview. The FAQ answers common questions to help you understand the platform, explore what it includes, and support your decision to use HerdHQ with confidence.

Read the FAQ

 

Ready to Get Started with HerdHQ?

Click below to access our simple, step-by-step guide on how to subscribe and begin using HerdHQ to support better herd management decisions.

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Footnotes:
¹Based on a 4 lb. increase in peak milk yielding 800–1000 lbs. more milk per lactation at $20/cwt. Sources: Amaral-Phillips, D. M. Using Peak and Summit Milk to Evaluate Your Dairy’s Management Programs. University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, 2012. University of Minnesota Extension. Improving Peak Milk Yields. Regents of the University of Minnesota, 2025. https://extension.umn.edu/dairy-milking-cows/improving-peak-milk-yields
²Based on Economic value of a 1% increase in pregnancy rate: $15–$35 per cow annually. 3% PR gain = $45–$105 per cow annually Source: Fetrow, J. The Dollar Value of a Pregnancy. Proceedings of the Western Dairy Management Conference, 2006.
³Based on a 55% reduction in antibiotic use at dry-off through Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT). Assumes $20 treatment cost per cow. Source: University of Minnesota Extension. "Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT)." Dairy Milking Cows, Regents of the University of Minnesota. Accessed June 10, 2025. https://extension.umn.edu/dairy-milking-cows/selective-dry-cow-therapy#sdct-infographic-2754010