Health & Nutrition

Proper air quality is a critical factor affecting dairy calves’ respiratory health determined by the design and operation of buildings, ventilation systems, stocking density, floor and litter material, and manure management. Photo: Ronald Hissink

28-12-2023 | Article

How to prevent bovine respiratory disease complex in calves

Phosphorus deficiency leads to delayed oestrus due to the low secretion of oestrogen and may also lead to dystocia.

27-12-2023 | Article

Biological functions and adaptive nutrition for dairy cows

Roundworms are ubiquitous in the UK cattle industry and are of growing concern for livestock producers and policy makers due to productivity impacts and the environmental impacts of livestock and associated treatments. Photo: Canva

20-12-2023 | News

Dairy farmers help explore roundworm management

When evaluating the comfort of the lying area, there are several things to look out for. There may be cases where the resting area may not always be optimal. The main goal is always to have enough space so all the animals can lie comfortably at the same time. Photo: Canva

19-12-2023 | Expert opinion

What makes a good lying area for dairy cattle?

Feeding the sodium humate additive to the breeding Holstein heifers up to 5 months of age improved feed intake and growth performance.

18-12-2023 | Article

Sodium humate in heifer diets has real potential

Dave Armstrong, global director, Commercial and Medical Lead Livestock Diagnostics, Global Commercial Development at Zoetis Inc. Photo: Zoetis

14-12-2023 | Interview

Dave Armstrong, Zoetis: Targeted livestock therapy at the right time is key

How is dairy in the US going greener?

08-12-2023 | Article

How is dairy in the US going greener?

The researchers found that by using some nutritional supplements, such as brown seaweed, garlic, and tannins, it is possible to modulate metabolism and reduce methane emissions. Photo: Herbert Wiggerman

06-12-2023 | News

Serbia: Methane-reducing feed additive based on brown algae

Researchers examined the association of claw anatomy and sole temperature with the development of claw horn disruption lesions (CHDL). Photo: Canva

05-12-2023 | News

Lame cows: Importance of sole thickness in preventing lesions

Cow health

Routine dairy testing is a proven way to improve product quality and production efficiency. Photo: Daniel Schwarz

24-08-2020 | Article

New advancements in udder health management

Digital dermatitis (DD) is a global cause of dairy cow lameness. Photo: Dr Guatteo

11-08-2020 | Article

New treatments for digital dermatitis

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