Calves

Dietary alterations including adding high-quality liquid feed, readily fermentable carbohydrates, high-graded forage, probiotics, and volatile fatty acids improves early rumen development in dairy calves. Photo: Canva

10-06 | Article

6 nutrition strategies that impact rumen development in calves

Good nutrition during early life is essential for maximising profits with crossbred calves. Photo: Assendelft Fotografie

03-03 | News

A continued interest in dairy-beef cross calves in the US

The combined administration of sodium humate and glutamine effectively improves growth performance and reduces the incidence of diarrhoea. Photo: Ronald Hissink

31-01 | Article

Dairy calves benefit from combining sodium humate and glutamine

The SRUC researchers expect Hilda, as a lactating cow, will produce 1-2% less emissions than her cohort of cows not selected for lower methane emissions. Photo: SRUC

14-01 | News

Calf born via IVF a game-changer for the dairy industry

Calf ranches – why business is booming in the US

09-12-2024 | Article

Calf ranches – why business is booming in the US

The milk signals closure of the calf’s permeable intestinal lining, creating a natural barrier against pathogen invasion and preparing the calf to transition to solid feed. Photo: Trouw Nutrition

13-11-2024 | News

Trouw Nutrition introduces calf milk to naturally signal calf development

A Good Calf Commendation was awarded to Kalverliefde, a Dutch company that collaborates with small-scale organic and biodynamic farmers. They allow calves to stay with their mothers for up to three months, providing outdoor access, ample space, and comfortable resting areas to minimise stress. Photo: Canva

31-10-2024 | News

Dairy industry pioneers and leaders in cow and calf welfare recognised

As mango peel has a high water content, preservation techniques before ensiling are always important. Photo: Canva

26-08-2024 | Article

Higher performance: Mango peel silage for dairy calves

Cows & climate

Research suggests that extending the grazing season by just one week can reduce ammonia emissions by 3.5%. Photo: Koos Groenewold

09-01 | Article

How refocused management can reduce ammonia emissions in dairy farming

Peter Lauwers, CEO of GEA Farm Technologies. Photo: Mark Pasveer

19-01-2023 | News

GEA: Dairy cow manure solution takes off

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