Articles by Ruud Peys

ILVO has, for a long time, had a unique line of research in testing the efficiency, sustainability and health of newly-formulated feeds for cattle, pigs and small animals. Photo: Canva
09-08 | News

Flemish Institute builds high-tech feed pilot

“Consuming enough calcium and vitamin D during the teenage years is critical in helping our bodies to build strong bones for life,” said Dr Breige McNulty from University College Dublin. Photo: Canva
24-07 | News

Irish teens consume too little dairy

A closer look: H5N1 and cow milk pasteurisation
03-07 | News

A closer look: H5N1 and cow milk pasteurisation

When fully established, Greengate Biogas will produce nearly 1.8 TWh per year of biomethane across multiple projects, representing approximately 3.5% of Ireland’s current natural gas demand. Photo: Canva
27-06 | News

Over 2,000 Irish livestock farmers needed for biogas plants

Dairy farmers need a strong signal from their milk processor that they understand the pressures on them. Photo: Canva
17-06 | News

Irish farmers demand higher milk price

The project aims to meet 50% of Algeria's national demand for powdered milk. Photo: Canva
28-05 | News

Qatari dairy developing record milk powder plant in Algeria

The Agency recommends adopting a system of five welfare levels, from the highest (A) to the lowest (E). Level E corresponds solely to compliance with the requirements imposed by European legislation on animal welfare, whether during rearing, transport or slaughter. Photo: Canva
13-05 | News

Why current animal welfare labelling is not enough

German dairy farmers are, like their colleagues in many other countries, confronted by a steady decline in the consumption of their products. Photo: Canva
29-04 | News

2,400 German dairy farmers quit in 2023

. Dairy farmers are having a dreadful time with the desperate weather conditions. Photo: Canva
19-04 | Article

Persistent rain a major concern for dairy farmers in Ireland

In France last year 5% of dairy farmers stopped with organic milk production and either returned to the production of conventional milk or left dairy altogether. Photo: Canva
01-04 | News

France produces 4.5% less organic milk

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Ruud Peys International journalist