Dairy
May GB milk delivery volumes at lowest level in 8 years
May volumes of Great British milk deliveries are at their lowest level in eight years, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development...
Dairy
Dairy
GB leads the world in uptake of sexed dairy semen - AHDB
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has said Great Britain is leading the world in the uptake of sexed...
N.Ireland
Dairy advice: Regular foot bathing to limit lameness
At this time of the year, it can be difficult to stay on top of lameness issues and foot bathing...
N.Ireland
Results: Beef, dairy and sheep champions at Armagh Show
Armagh Show 2024 boasted, possibly, its largest cattle entry of all time. Judging of the various classes went on well...
N.Ireland
Slurry safety as second-cut preparation gets underway
As a result of the good weather in recent weeks, many farmers were able to get in their first-cut silage,...
Agri-Business
smaXtec wins ‘Digital Disruptor’ award
Cow health management company, smaXtec has won a ‘Digital Disruptor award at a ceremony in Austria. Dsm-firmenich, the nutrition, health...
Dairy
Heat stress a growing issue for dairy farms – vet
Heat stress is a challenge that is set to become more significant as the impact of climate change gathers pace,...
N.Ireland
Research on Antrim farm identifies heat stress in animals
The impact of heat stress has been identified on a Co. Antrim dairy farm, as a result of recent research...
N.Ireland
Controlling weeds in your paddocks this summer
Controlling weeds when they are at the most manageable stage is crucial, particularly now as grass growth has improved over...
Agri-Business
AHDB to partner with Barber's Farmhouse Cheesemakers for mastitis event
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) will collaborate with Barber’s Farmhouse Cheesemakers for an event centred on milk quality...
Agri-Business
Focus on post-weaned calves to prevent disease - MSD Animal Health
MSD Animal Health is urging dairy herd managers to ensure post-weaned calves receive the same level of care and attention...
N.Ireland
How to control summer mastitis within your herd
Fly control around your cows during this time of the year is crucial in preventing cases of summer mastitis. Quite...
N.Ireland
How to combat summer scour syndrome in your calves
Research is still ongoing around the relatively new condition of summer scour syndrome, with many herds experiencing the condition in...
N.Ireland
Dairy advice: Do you have a good milking routine?
A good milking routine is hugely important, particularly when it comes to milking efficiency and hygiene standards. Cows are creatures...
N.Ireland
Johne’s disease: Protecting your calves against exposure
As calves have been slowly getting out to pasture in recent weeks, it is important to protect them against Johne’s...
N.Ireland
Dairy advice: Managing spring reseeded paddocks
Although we had a very wet spring, a number of farmers were still able to get their paddocks reseeded. A...
N.Ireland
Preventing lameness through grazing infrastructure
Good grazing infrastructure plays a vital role in grazing management on farms. As well as that, a well designed farm...
Dairy
Dairy advice: The importance of sufficient water intake
Peak water intake generally coincides with peak grazing periods. Cows should have easy access to water, particularly now that temperatures...
