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Nutritionists are not only precision feeding by balancing for amino acids, for example, but are also ensuring the diet that is on paper is the diet the cows are actually receiving at the bunk. Photo: Canva
15-01 | Interview

What are top-producing US dairy herds doing?

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

Over the past weeks, the the northern part of the country received almost 20 times more snow compared to the average, resulting in it covering almost all pastures and threatening 3.6 million heads of cattle. (Generic) Photo: Canva
12-01 | News

Mongolia’s brutal winter threatens livestock feed and cattle

In Germany cities such as Munich, Hamburg, Bremen and Cologne have been brought to a standstill by the farmers, making this one of the biggest protest actions they have ever taken. Photo: Arnoud Korrel
11-01 | News

Farmers protest against subsidy cuts across Germany

Photo: Canva
11-01 | News

Around the globe with 10 must-read farm visits in 2023

At the ‘Carbon Talks’ discussions at the 2023 Dairy Show in the UK, a key discussion as learning about how farms can reach net zero through reducing and offsetting. Photo: Canva
10-01 | Article

Net zero on-farm: A hot topic at UK dairy show

At the end of October 2023 there were a total of 7,500 dairy farmers remaining in England, Scotland and Wales, which shows a decline of -4.5% compared to the same period the previous year. Photo: Canva
10-01 | News

Milk price drop leads to fall in GB dairy farm numbers

Sarah Tomlinson, TB Advisory Service technical director and Kingshay veterinary consultant: “The biggest barrier to TB control was the 'them and us' mentality when it came to government, vets and farmers. We share a common goal, working towards a TB-free future." Photo: Canva
09-01 | News

Bovine TB at lowest levels in England for 15 years

Bold cows may have produced a higher milk yield compared with fearful cows. Photo: Koos Groenewold
08-01 | Article

Cow personality and adaptation to automatic milking

Synthetic milk is still a somewhat emerging industry, with many start-ups in their research and development phase. However, some companies are leading the way with products already in the market. Photo: Canva
05-01 | News

Synthetic milk – the situation on the global market

Dairy Diary: December business update
04-01 | News

Dairy Diary: December business update

Calves housed in pairs were bolder compared with calves individually before grouping when it came to novel objects and unfamiliar calves. Photo: Canva
03-01 | News

How social housing affects dairy calves

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

Hungarian dairy businesses warned over dire market conditions due to soaring imports and waning demand in previous months. Photo: Canva
22-12-2023 | News

EU and state subsidies for Hungarian dairy industry

Danone‘s efforts play a crucial role in reducing carbon footprints and addressing consumer concerns about product price, texture, and taste. Photo: Canva
21-12-2023 | Article

Dairy trailblazers reveal 3 sustainability best practices