nutrition

Adequate forage particle size in the ration maintains proper rumen environment and improves feed efficiency. Photo: Shutterstock
02-09-2022 | Article

Feed efficiency: A breeding goal for dairy cattle

Newborn calves have high rates of morbidity and mortality; therefore, it is imperative to implement strategies to ensure the healthy state and nutritional level of calves in the early life stage. Photo: Henk Riswick
01-09-2022 | Article

Impact of probiotics on neonatal calves

Hot topics in edition 3: Top innovations and zero grazing
01-09-2022 | News

Hot topics in edition 3: Top innovations and zero grazing

Nutritional supplements improve digestive functions; promote vitality, health, immunity and reproduction; and maintain a good body balance. Photo: Wisium
26-08-2022 | Article

Nutritional supplements for well-performing ruminants

Feed additives should be selected for their ability to meet the needs of a particular ration and for their return on investment. Photo: Alltech
25-08-2022 | Article

Optimising inputs and mitigating feed waste

Grazing behaviour: Why knowing your cows counts
19-08-2022 | Article

Grazing behaviour: Why knowing your cows counts

Use of citrus by-products in ruminant feeding
11-08-2022 | Article

Use of citrus by-products in ruminant feeding

The survey hopes to establish whether farmers still use a silo or any other container storing loose concentrated feedstuffs, that predates 1 August 1996 and how has it been cleaned since that time. Photo: Koos Groenewold
02-08-2022 | News

UK BSE case prompts farmer survey

To remain profitable, producers must make decisions based on their herd’s income over feed costs (IOFC). This enables producers to make more informed decisions about feed purchases, when to lock in milk or feed prices, or adjust the ration program to accommodate market uncertainty. Photo: Koos Groenewold
19-07-2022 | News

Adding nutrients as ‘little bombs’ in dairy cow feed

Cows are fed a ration mixed from crops grown on the farm. Photo: Chris McCullough
15-07-2022 | Article

Danish dairy farmer reduces reliance on feed and protein