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If hay is stemmy or unpalatable to some animals, you might be able to chop it finer or better incorporate it into the ration. Photo: Ronald Hissink
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Ways to optimise forage management for dairy herds

In their study published in the Journal of Dairy Science, researchers found that measuring non-verbal communication (in addition to common verbal communication) between vets and farmers during routine herd health consultations, is key to unlocking barriers for adopting biosecurity measures. Photo: Van Assendelft Fotografie
12-02-2024 | Article

Drivers and barriers in disease control and welfare in dairy

According to the latest Situation and Outlook Report from Dairy Australia, milk production in Australia will remain steady over the 2023-2024 season.
09-02-2024 | Article

Dairy prices up, Chinese dairy demand still uncertain

Hydroponic fodder systems produce fresh forage daily. These forages can be of high quality, adding to the nutritional value of the feed source.
08-02-2024 | Article

What is the future for hydroponic fodder systems for dairy cows?

In terms of provincial distribution, the more sustainable farms were mainly located in the provinces of Overijssel, Friesland and Groningen, and were less represented than the rest of the farms in Gelderland, North Holland, and Drenthe.
05-02-2024 | Article

Do sustainable dairy farms perform better economically?

Grazing dairy cows on temperate pastures
31-01-2024 | Article

Grazing dairy cows on temperate pastures

Calves with access to milk ad libitum consume 50–90% more milk than recommended feeding levels, while those rationed to current recommendations show behaviours associated with hunger. Photo: Canva
29-01-2024 | Article

Re-evaluating dairy calf nutrition for long-term benefits

It's better not offer this for consumption for animals: maize affected by mycotoxins. Photo: Canva
26-01-2024 | Article

Back to the basics: An introduction to mycotoxins

Proper timing of silage feeding helps maintain higher intake. That is, in hot days, silage should be fed in late evening, night and early morning.
25-01-2024 | Article

What to consider to improve a dairy cow’s silage intake

Land surrounding the Foundation Farm has been overgrazed due to poor management. Barry Schiever has kept his soil healthy and productive by increasing organic carbon. Photos: Lindi Botha
22-01-2024 | Article

Striving for a balance for high milk production