Ensuring good timing to cut grass for high-quality silage Timing makes all the difference when it comes to cutting grass for quality silage. Farmers are being encouraged...
Mixing grass seeds for maximum forage intake Dairy farmers know very well that fresh grass is the cheapest form of feed needed for their cows to produce...
How farmer perceptions and automation impact lameness Though lameness poses a serious threat to dairy herds, farmers fail to see it as such. Automated detection is...
Automatic feeding doesn’t just save on labour When the Groot Roessink family’s cows return to the barn after a morning of grazing, a tailor-made ration is...
Country report New Zealand: A greener future for dairy Dairy is the largest export goods sector in New Zealand, accounting for 1 in every 3 dollars New Zealand earns...
Dairy Diary: February business update What did the month of February unveil? From new a CEO at DeLaval to IFF completing a merger with DuPont.
Dairy prices stay on a roll Dairy prices continue to rise. The global rollout of Covid-19 vaccines may boost the demand even further.
Early signs to detect SARA in the herd Here are 4 ways to detect Subacute ruminal acidosis (SARA) early on.
6 tips for managing mastitis Mastitis, a type of inflammation of the udder, can be one of the most profit-inhibiting problems in the dairy...
Global dairy sector: 4 important transitions Here we look at the 4 essential transitions for sustainability and profitability in the dairy industry.
Avoiding 4 common herd breeding mistakes In the cattle business, having healthy herds and predictable calf crops can make a huge difference in your...
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