Nutrition

“China is the biggest source of soybean demand,” explains Stefan Vogel, global sector strategist, grains & oilseeds, at RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness. Photo: Mark Pasveer
03-01 | Article

Soybeans situation: 2021 and beyond

Researchers set out to determine if the amla fruit, or Indian gooseberries, can be used as an alternative natural feed source in lactating dairy cows. Photo: sarangib
29-12-2021 | News

Enhanced milk production from amla fruit fed to dairy cows

In most cases, more emphasis should be given on feeding strategies including feeding system. Photo: Koos Groenewold
27-12-2021 | Expert opinion

Dairy rations to alleviate milk fat depression

The programme will deliver a huge 3x genetic gain in short-term ryegrass and a range of future forages. Photo: Mark Pasveer
17-12-2021 | Article

New forage varieties for the future

According to the researchers, faster eating rates were a consequence of improved palatability observed with the OB (oxygen barrier) ensiling system diet. Photo: Canva
09-12-2021 | Article

Improving corn silage feeding value for heifers

Photo: Canva
06-12-2021 | News

Iranian farmers use bananas and eggplants as feed for cows

Photo: Gerd Altmann I Pixabay
30-11-2021 | News

Dairy Diary: November business update

A research project will focus on a new approach to feeding ruminants and aims to enhance productivity, sustainability, animal health and welfare. Photo: jcomp
29-11-2021 | News

A new approach to feeding dairy cows is underway

Sustainable pathways to animal protein production are needed to prevent harmful and potentially irreversible damage to our planet. Photo: Michel Zoeter
26-11-2021 | Article

Sustainable dairy with greater efficiency

Antibiotic Reduction - paving the way forward