Expert opinion

GLP-1 users don’t merely reduce intake – they pivot their preferences. Research reveals a declining taste for rich, sweet, or salty foods, denting processed dairy like ice cream, robust cheeses, and sugary yoghurts. Photo: Canva
12-06 | Expert opinion

How GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are redefining the dairy sector

Viruses are quick. But we can be quicker. Viruses evolve. But so do we – through learning, leadership, and love for what we do. Photo: Canva
05-06 | Expert opinion

The century of viruses: From farmer to sentinel

Dairy farmers worldwide must evolve alongside the threat of viruses. Photo: Canva
26-05 | Expert opinion

The century of viruses: A wake-up call from the cow barn

Looking back at the 2024 harvests, the situation appears grim. Photo: Shutterstock
27-03 | Expert opinion

Rise in mycotoxin levels

Photo: Canva
30-12-2024 | Expert opinion

Understanding the potential

Some of the buildings at the Arla farm in Damau, Kaduna state, Nigeria. Photos: Arla Foods
18-12-2024 | Expert opinion

Debunking a myth: ‘You can’t successfully import foreign cattle breeds into Africa’

The livestock industry is increasingly and constantly adapting to this in many ways. Photo: Canva
25-11-2024 | Expert opinion

Shared goal        

For decades, young people have been drawn to urban areas, often overlooking agriculture as a viable career path. Common misconceptions about farm life – such as long hours, limited opportunities for advancement, and a lack of modern amenities – have contributed to this trend. Photo: Canva
29-10-2024 | Expert opinion

Is the future digital for dairy farm workers?

Installment of solar panels, especially in countries with a lot of sun, has a short payback time on the investment. Photos: Snorri Sigurdsson
24-10-2024 | Expert opinion

Running a dairy farm off the grid is not easy

Working on a dairy farm require diverse skills on various levels. Photos: Snorri Sigurdsson
24-06-2024 | Expert opinion

Exploring the challenges of running a dairy farm in Nigeria