Smart farming

Photo: Nedap

06-05-2021 | Article

Automated herd management systems – what’s on the market?

Ad van Velde from a dairy farm based in Het Hogeland, Groningen province.

30-04-2021 | News

VIDEO: Precision technology for better yields and production

Photo: Bansen Farm

23-04-2021 | Article

US dairy co-op measuring pasture with satellite imagery

Every dairy cow has an optimal DPL which maximises her expected profitability over multiple lactations, notes De Vries, but it s not possible for farmers to accurately determine this without a reliable tool. Photo: Mark Pasveer

22-04-2021 | Article

Best dry period length for maximised milk production

By measuring SOC now, and repeating the exercise in 3 to 5 years, farmers will be able to benchmark progress and understand the impact of any management practices implemented on SOC. Photo: Joris Telders

06-04-2021 | Article

Carbon storage in soils can be measured

To discern an animal s emotional state, a tremendous amount of gathered data has to be analysed and the correct computer algorithm used to develop proper software. Photo: Mark Pasveer

02-04-2021 | Article

Measuring animal emotions – and why it matters

VIV Asia has been postponed to 2022. Photo: Koos Groenewold

01-04-2021 | News

VIV Asia postponed

Ines Rathke, project manager at the German Agricultural Society (DLG). Photo: DLG

08-03-2021 | Interview

This was not a normal EuroTier

When it comes to thinking outside the box or coming up with innovative solutions it can be beneficial for farmers to look to their peers for input and support rather than just receive advice through a top down approach. Photo: Zana van Dijk

04-03-2021 | Expert opinion

Tackling dairy farming problems from the ‘bottom up’

The new tool can identify the best areas on which to spread farm organic waste to reduce its effects on the environment. Photo: Chris McCullough

03-02-2021 | News

New tool to boost farm organic waste management

Best practices

18-12-2024 | Expert opinion

Debunking a myth: ‘You can’t successfully import foreign cattle breeds into Africa’

25-04-2024 | Article

5 top tips to avoid drop in milk quality at turnout

20-03-2024 | Article

Best biosecurity practices on dairy farms

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