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A first step in evaluating the effects of cow-calf on lactation milk yield is to provide accurate estimates of the total amount of milk that the cow produces. Photo: Canva
24-10-2023 | Article

How much saleable milk is lost in a cow-calf contact system?

Must-see dairy machines and technology at Agritechnica
23-10-2023 | Article

Must-see dairy machines and technology at Agritechnica

The commissioning of the milk collection centre, which has latest storage and processing technology will help farmers overcome different value chain challenges and increase their milk production and quality. Photo: Lawrence Paganga
20-10-2023 | News

Sweden backs Zimbabwe’s dairy sector with US$4m

Maximising profits in farms by focusing on the right indicators and global dairy trends and 2 main topics that will be discussed during this webinar. Photo: Canva
19-10-2023 | News

The power of good bacteria on a dairy farm

The Russian dairy market has seen private labels becoming more popular, which already account for 25% of the industry's turnover. Photo: Canva
18-10-2023 | News

Cost-of-living crisis affects Russia’s dairy sector

Clinical signs of the Bluetongue virus in cattle include ocular discharge, conjunctivitis, oral mucosal congestion, development of ulcers and necrotic lesions on the lips and tongue as well as oedema. Photo: Boerderij
18-10-2023 | News

Bluetongue virus outbreak in Netherlands spreading like wildfire

Hamas fighters torched this hay barn on one of the kibbutz farms.
17-10-2023 | News

Dairy in Israel: How tragedy unfolded on farms

In the EU - some nations have domestic legal requirements for dairy cattle welfare, while in others it is left to industry standards or niche production requirements that are linked to various premium labels. Photo: Mark Pasveer
16-10-2023 | News

Comparing dairy cow welfare standards across Europe

Genomic and phenotypic evaluation key indicators of udder health
13-10-2023 | Article

Genomic and phenotypic evaluation key indicators of udder health

Cows are kept indoors all year round and fed a TMR. Photos: Yoel Strauss
12-10-2023 | Article

Israel dairy farm: “Regulations are becoming harder to comply with”

Growing from 1,800 cows to 4,200 cows requires more than scaling the dairy operation.t requires scaling your mindset as a leader and stepping out of the day-to-day and into the role of CEO of the dairy. (Generic) photo: Canva
12-10-2023 | News

The secret to becoming your dairy’s CEO

Commenting on the current state of the UK dairy industry, NFU regional dairy board chair Stephen Dark admitted dairy farmers were feeling under pressure due to low prices but hoped the situation would improve in the coming year. Photo: Canva
11-10-2023 | News

Recent figures: High costs and reduced income to hit UK dairy

In 2022, several global shipping companies have suspended logistics to Russian ports. In addition, The EU's fifth package of sanctions against Russia included a prohibition on Russian-flagged ships entering EU ports after 16 April 2022. Photo: Canva
11-10-2023 | News

Russia urged to tackle dairy logistics issues

Epizootic Haemorrhagic Disease (EHD) is a vector-borne viral disease of ruminants. In small ruminants, it is generally asymptomatic. In cattle, on the other hand, it can cause clinical signs leading to economic losses on farms. Photo: Canva
10-10-2023 | News

EHD is spreading rapidly in France, compulsory cattle testing

Timing of recovery of Chinese dairy demand uncertain
09-10-2023 | News

Timing of recovery of Chinese dairy demand uncertain