Health

Although the spread of EHD in France has slowed significantly in these winter months, the number of infected farms in France is still nearing 4,000. Photo: Hans Prinsen

16-02-2024 | News

France increases compensation for livestock farmers

Research has shown the direct benefits of feeding a postbiotic feed additive to dairy cows on their udder health. Photo: Cargill

15-02-2024 | News

Udder health: Harnessing the power of postbiotics (Part 2)

The announcement has been welcomed by the farming community. Tom Bradshaw, NFU deputy president, said the expansion of PCR testing was a significant step. Photo: Mark Pasveer

13-02-2024 | News

UK gov widens scope of PCR testing for bovine TB

In their study published in the Journal of Dairy Science, researchers found that measuring non-verbal communication (in addition to common verbal communication) between vets and farmers during routine herd health consultations, is key to unlocking barriers for adopting biosecurity measures. Photo: Van Assendelft Fotografie

12-02-2024 | Article

Drivers and barriers in disease control and welfare in dairy

Good indicators of udder health are bulk tank somatic cell count and the rate of mastitis incidence. Photo: Cargill

01-02-2024 | News

Udder health: Harnessing the power of postbiotics (Part 1)

Grazing dairy cows on temperate pastures

31-01-2024 | Article

Grazing dairy cows on temperate pastures

Sarah Tomlinson, TB Advisory Service technical director and Kingshay veterinary consultant: “The biggest barrier to TB control was the 'them and us' mentality when it came to government, vets and farmers. We share a common goal, working towards a TB-free future." Photo: Canva

09-01-2024 | News

Bovine TB at lowest levels in England for 15 years

Proper air quality is a critical factor affecting dairy calves’ respiratory health determined by the design and operation of buildings, ventilation systems, stocking density, floor and litter material, and manure management. Photo: Ronald Hissink

28-12-2023 | Article

How to prevent bovine respiratory disease complex in calves

Roundworms are ubiquitous in the UK cattle industry and are of growing concern for livestock producers and policy makers due to productivity impacts and the environmental impacts of livestock and associated treatments. Photo: Canva

20-12-2023 | News

Dairy farmers help explore roundworm management

When evaluating the comfort of the lying area, there are several things to look out for. There may be cases where the resting area may not always be optimal. The main goal is always to have enough space so all the animals can lie comfortably at the same time. Photo: Canva

19-12-2023 | Expert opinion

What makes a good lying area for dairy cattle?

Pathogens & Prevention - key strategies for healthy livestock

Sunita van Es Sahota, editor special projects

29-06-2020 | Expert opinion

Staying vigilant against diseases

A digital pen and a smartphone can be used with a visitors book for an easy solution to generate useful on-farm information. Photo: Carlos Piñeiro

29-06-2020 | Article

New paradigms for disease prevention

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