N.Ireland
Maximising milk yield: To graze or not to graze
For many dairy herds across the country, the summer has been challenging to say the least, as maximising milk yield...
Concentrates
N.Ireland
Dairy advice: Time to complete a calibration of your feeders
Most dairy farms are now well into calving. With a good number of cows calved, an important job to now...
N.Ireland
Silage stocks running low on dairy farms in NI – CAFRE
There is now growing concern on many dairy farms across Northern Ireland that silage stocks are running low. This issue...
Dairy
Dairy advice: Fundamentals of calf rumen development
Rumen development is a vital part of the development of young calves, and should begin from day one. Young calves...
Dairy
Threat of mycotoxins invisible to the naked eye
Mycotoxins are natural substances produced by moulds and fungi. They cannot be seen with the naked eye, and they cannot...
Sheep
Is it cost-effective to finish lambs on concentrates?
As farmers move towards bought-in concentrates over the winter, sheep farmers should take a closer look at the growth of...
Dairy
Grouping cows is key to achieving good feed efficiency
Having good feed efficiency is key to achieving profitable milk production during the winter period from autumn-calving cows. Winter milk...
