health

Selenium is the best-studied mineral with regards to mastitis. It is involved in both the antioxidant and immune systems, and selenium-deficient animals have been shown to have lowered immunity and resistance to disease. Photo: Shutterstock
11-06-2021 | Article

Tackling mastitis the right way

A well-rounded diet is by far the most effective way to support the health of your herd. Photo: Mark Pasveer
17-05-2021 | Expert opinion

6 ways to invest in your herd’s health

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major concern for the dairy industry, but what can be done against it? Photo: Herbert Wiggerman
28-04-2021 | Article

12 alternative AMR management strategies for dairy herds

Application of skin protection spray. Photo: Synthèse Elevage
14-04-2021 | Article

New green standard for navel care of newborn calves

Photo: Roodbont
14-04-2021 | Article

How to be certain of a comfortable feeding fence

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

Photo: Ruud Ploeg
01-04-2021 | News

Lowering the chances of sole ulcers in cows

Photo: Bert Jansen
09-03-2021 | News

Hundreds of cattle being culled after months at sea

Sand bedding. Photo: Lilian Schaer
08-02-2021 | News

Use sand wisely for soil health and cow comfort