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Building firm foundations for dairy business success
TotalDairy Conference 2024 attendees will take a deep dive into the merits of good breeding strategies when it comes to building dairy...
Dig deep into data to build a better business
We profile another keynote speaker whose presentations and workshops will be eagerly anticipated by delegates, keen to learn how to...
Building a sustainable business for the next generation (July/Aug 24)
One of latest herds to join AHDB’s Strategic Dairy Farm programme is reviewing its grassland management in a bid to further improve milk...
Bolstering immunity supports calf-pneumonia management (July/Aug 24)
Reviewing calf rearing and management protocols, including vaccination policies and lung scanning, has reduced the impact of pneumonia...
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,...
Weather prompts changes to worming strategies (July/Aug 24)
This year’s wet weather has thrown worm control plans into confusion, making monitoring stock even more crucial. We spoke to a vet to...
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...
Cross breeding ‘ticks all the boxes’ (June 24)
One Northern Ireland-based producer’s British Friesians are meeting both his and other pedigree and commercial herds’ needs. We find out...
Act now to prevent pest invasion (June 24)
Increased rodent activity is expected this year due to the recent usually warm and wet conditions. So how can producers reduce the risk...
Maintaining milk quality at grazing boosts margins (June 24)
Supporting butterfat production at grazing, by adding a rumen conditioner to summer buffer rations, improves milk quality and meets...
Parasite watch (May 24)
Adapt your grazing plans Grazing management is a key component of parasite control, but waterlogged and flooded fields this spring may...
Targeted approach offers positive outcomes (May 24)
Responsible use of antibiotics requires an evidenced-based approach to target cows that will benefit from treatment – and a name change....
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...
Data determines success in disease control (May 24)
A team approach is keeping tabs on disease data and ensuring that herd health ‘heads north’ and infection levels ‘head south’ on one...
On-farm tech measures semen speed and motility (May 24)
Semen testing may be of interest for producers looking for peace of mind when it comes to herd fertility. And new tech means they can...
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....
Monitor and control to mitigate heat stress (April 24)
Taking steps to improve cow-house ventilation, using AI and the latest environmental control equipment, can help to mitigate the impact...
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...
Success built on youth and dairy experience (April 24)
A young herd – managed by an equally youthful team – is thriving on a spring-block calving system. And, after recently expanding, it’s...
Grazing and forage take centre stage (March 24)
Award-winning grassland management is reaping dairy-business rewards on one Pembrokeshire-based dairy unit. And a focus on home-grown...
Parasite watch (March 24)
Tips for turnout At turnout, calves and heifers are particularly susceptible to gutworm infections, which can have a significant negative...
‘Circular’ approach starts with soil health (March 24)
One Hampshire-based unit is working towards achieving 2050’s net-zero target by optimising its use of natural resources. We spoke to the...
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...
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