By focusing on consistency and continual improvement, the Moorhouse family has not only built a successful pedigree Holstein herd, but has also established a successful yoghurt-making business. Wendy Short reports.
A new UK-wide bTB entry level membership scheme is set to roll out across the UK in the coming months.
Transition cow management influences many important factors in a herd and can be the key to optimising the following lactation. So what steps will ensure an effective transition period? Ruth Wills reports.
The origin of feed is becoming a key issue for livestock producers, but care is needed transitioning to sustainable protein sources.
Top-quality grass silage and robot milking are driving cow performance at a Pembrokeshire dairy farm. Debbie James reports.
Research shows the welfare, comfort and production of dairy cows can benefit significantly from management practices such as deep sand beds and well-grooved concrete, but an emerging problem indicates these practices may
Dairy farming new entrant George Brown has spent the last six years gaining experience in the sector. Now one year into a contract farming agreement, Hannah Park finds out more about his approach to successfully gaining a
In high yielding herds, fertility can be compromised due to issues around ‘silent heats’, but there are options available to help combat this. Dairy Farmer reports.