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Initiative offers a foot on the dairying ladder (Oct 24)
Share milking partnerships take wannabe producers a step closer to owning and running their own herd. We find out more about how it works...
Study prompted return to ancient practices (Sept 24)
Applying biodynamic farming principles to herd and unit management is bringing myriad benefits to one Nuffield Scholar’s dairy business....
Recycling waste cuts costs and emissions (July/Aug 24)
Containerised anaerobic digestion plants offer an affordable option for producers looking to generate biogas from herd waste and cut...
Low noise, less stress and no mess (July/Aug 24)
Milking is a well-oiled operation for one large Devon-based herd, since the installation of a new rotary parlour. Cow flow has improved,...
Productivity gains from short-term leys (July/Aug 24)
Sowing grass immediately after maize has helped one West Sussex-based producer to increase overall forage output, as well as make...
Less is more with prescription fertiliser (May 24)
Reducing total nitrogen inputs on grassland, by as much as 15%, without impacting returns is possible. And producers can reduce emissions...
Automated route supports cows and staff (May 24)
Investing in milking robots, and other labour-saving automated tech, has helped one family-run unit improve milk yields and cow health....
Top tips for recruiting and retaining staff (April 24)
Hiring staff can be a headache for dairy managers and producers. So what is the best approach to find and recruit the best employees, and...
Unlocking forage potential pays dividends (March 24)
Mitigating high-dry matter in maize forage has been key to improving margins for one Derbyshire-based herd. Using an inoculant offers...
Making silage in a changing climate (Feb 24)
Successful dairying in a changing in climate requires agility, flexibility, and building more resilience into the silage-making systems....
Precision condition scoring boosts fertility (Nov/Dec 23)
Body condition scoring could be the next management task to be automated using technology, offering greater accuracy and potentially big...
Shedding light on milk-production benefits (Oct 23)
Optimising lighting in housing, for both milkers and dry cows, will improve health, welfare and productivity. We spoke to an independent...
Do you have a ‘plan B’? (July/Aug 23)
Many producers missed out on the latest round of grant funding, but investing in tech can still be justified if the figures stack up....
Genomics key to reducing cows’ carbon footprint (July/Aug '23)
Using genomic data and genetic tools to support breeding decisions can help to significantly – and quickly – reduce greenhouse gas...
Is methane really the problem? (Feb 23)
The drive to reduce dairy emissions is essential for the future of the industry – and the planet. But should methane really be...
Breeding key to improving sustainability (Feb 23)
Challenging traditional approaches, to find ways to improve efficiency, profitability and sustainability, was the theme of this year’s...
Plan ahead when purchasing extenders (Feb 23)
Building in flexibility so producers can react to changes will help balance forage rations and protect margins this spring and summer,...
Knowledge is key to navigating volatility (Jan 23)
Promar International’s John Giles looks ahead to prospects for dairy in 2023, and stresses that being well informed will be key to...
Take early steps to mitigate maize risks (Jan 23)
Forage maize struggled to make the grade on many UK units in 2022. So what steps can growers take this spring to help ensure 2023’s crop...
Tech needs to tick all the boxes (Jan 23)
There’s a wealth of innovative technology available to support and help improve herd management, health and welfare, but how should...
Tune parlour routine to match herd requirements (Nov/Dec 22)
On units where cow numbers have increased it’s vital to check that parlour and milking management routines match the size of the herd. We...
Guided system supports optimal herd management (Oct 22)
Automated technology is helping to improve herd productivity, both easily and efficiently, and paying significant dividends on one ...
Flexibility key to winter feeding (Sept 22)
The forage situation varies across the UK, but some producers are facing an extremely tight winter when it comes to silage stocks. TEXT...
Fine-tuning key to reducing carbon footprint (Sept 22)
A focus on maximising efficiency and soya-free rationing are contributing to one North Yorkshire-based herd’s low carbon footprint. We...
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