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...
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.
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...
Dairy prices stay on a roll Dairy prices continue to rise. The global rollout of Covid-19 vaccines may boost the demand even further.
Late gestation hoof trimming increases abortion risk A study has shown that hoof trimming during the late gestation period, ups the chances of abortion in dairy cows.
Lameness: A look at fertility, milk production and control Bovine lameness in cattle is one of the key endemic diseases causing health and welfare problems and production...
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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