If farmers are looking to turn out early, they are being reminded to assess the condition of the grazing platform, manage magnesium levels and prevent butterfat depression
Happy New Year to you all Although it probably seems like a distant memory I hope you all enjoyed some quality time with your families over the Christmas period
I am certainly glad to see the end of the long period of wet weather we have been enduring in Somerset since October, and we are currently enjoying a crisp dry spell
The organic dairy co-operative said the price increase for March had reflected a ‘sustained upturn’ in demand for organic milk
Barber's cheesemakers has also announced a 'stand-on' price for March
An overall year-on-year decline in antimicrobial usage across UK dairy herds was highlighted in Kingshay dairy consultants' latest Antimicrobial Focus Report
Knowing what ingredients should be present within a milk powder is key to assessing its quality as the quantity and origin of ingredients can impact calf performance
Research has looked at the potential benefits of blood testing to detect early pregnancy in dairy cows
A report, which highlights the characteristics of top-performing dairy farms, has suggested a list of ‘50 ways to be outstanding'
In his latest article, vet Rory Dean, talks about how his farmers in New Zealand are starting out on their cow technology journey, and the impact this has on his job