New research has highlighted how breeding for good fore udder attachment and udder depth can help prevent cases of Udder Cleft Dermatitis (UCD)
Regular foot bathing is key to controlling digital dermatitis within the dairy herd, but active lesions should also be treated individually for effective long-term control
Agricultural expert Paul Harris, of REAL Success, explores some of the common issues for farmers when it comes to recruitment, HR and succession
Vet and youngstock specialist Kat Hart, of The George Farm Vets, provided some hints and tips as part of a webinar hosted by Galebreaker
Managing on-farm risk factors is key to preventing cases of both foul in the foot and corkscrew claw in the dairy herd
The disease mainly affects cows in the very early postpartum period, with older and high-yielding cows at greater risk
Housing hygiene and routine footbathing both play an important role in preventing digital dermatitis infections on-farm
A focus on cow flow and suitable concrete flooring in high traffic areas can help reduce the risk of white line disease. Katie Fallon reports.
Variable silage quality and nutrition challenges could be a driver of scour among milking herds this winter
One of the most common causes of lameness among the UK's dairy herds, sole lesions can have a significant impact on animal health and cow productivity