Dairy management

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...

Sustainability starts with successful calf rearing

Delegates attending TotalDairy Conference 2023 can look forward to four sessions with a renowned US-based calf-rearing specialist, who...

Dairy specialists set to share cutting-edge knowledge

TotalDairy Conference 2023 will provide the perfect platform to share the latest tech and information focusing on ‘Meeting the needs of...

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...