Breeding

Findings suggest that Holstein heifers calving at younger ages have the potential to increase herd productivity.

10-05 | Article

How age at first calving influences productivity and fertility

Research by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Professors Raphael Mrode and Mike Coffey has enabled them to identify economically important traits and implement genomic approaches that lead to healthier cows with higher milk production. Photo: Canva

01-05 | News

First genomic index for crossbred cows boosting dairy in Africa

Annual trends in herd health from 2010 to 2023 show that 70% of herds had a SCC below 200,000 in the year ending August 2023 compared to just 26% in 2010 – an improvement of 44%. Photo: Canva

29-01 | News

UK dairy: Impressive improvements in SCC and fertility

Michael Eavis is no stranger to the competition, having been a previous winner in 2014, but the Worthy Farm holding has changed considerably in the past decade to the adoption of new technology. Photo: Matt Cardy

12-01 | News

In the running to win prestigious UK dairy competition

Genomic and phenotypic evaluation key indicators of udder health

13-10-2023 | Article

Genomic and phenotypic evaluation key indicators of udder health

World Dairy Expo awards winning cows at international cattle show

06-10-2023 | News

World Dairy Expo awards winning cows at international cattle show

The Grand Champion of the International Junior Holstein Show went to Lin-Max Beemer Sweet Pea, exhibited by Sophie Leach of Linwood, Kan. Reserve Grand Champion honors went to Dappleview Tatoo Ella, exhibited by Tristen Ostrom of Kaukauna, Wis.

04-10-2023 | News

Victory for Sweet Pea at Int’l Junior Holstein Show at World Dairy Expo

The Holstein breed remains the most popular choice, representing just under 78% of dairy sales. The survey also indicated that beef semen sales to the dairy herd have risen to 49%, up 1% on last year. Photo: Mark Pasveer

15-08-2023 | News

UK: substantial increase in the adoption of sexed dairy semen

If too much reliance is placed on using body energy reserves where the feeding level is insufficient or protein is deficient, complications such as weak calf syndrome may arise. Photo: Michel Zoeter

10-08-2023 | Article

Management factors affecting reproductive performance in cows

Nutrition

05-12 | Partner

Maximising energy use for optimal dairy cow performance

15-11 | Article

Improving milk quality and feed efficiency in dairy cows

14-11 | Article

Nutritional management when feeding cows through milking robots

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