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31-12-2020 | Article

Wrapping up 2020: A look back at 10 exciting farm reports

Bremer can now deliver large groups of approximately 30 heifers that have been milked for 3 to 6 weeks. Due to the structured rearing, they are very uniform and highly productive. Bremer now makes ¬ 150 to ¬ 200 each more than before. Photo: Henk Riswick

16-12-2020 | Article

Farm report, Germany: Less labour, higher animal value

By frequently taking a fresh grass sample, Wout Huijzer can ensure that the protein level in the pellet is adjusted based on this analysis. Photo: Jan Willem van Vliet

17-11-2020 | Article

Making the most of a grass-oriented farm

Scott McKillop and his wife Belinda on the farm. Photo: Scott and Belinda McKillop

02-11-2020 | Article

Farm report, Australia: Adapting to a changing climate

Anna grew up feeding calves on the farm.

09-09-2020 | Article

Farm report US: Preparing to take over the family dairy farm

The pasturing cows are fed twice a day with a feedmixer. 3 The group at the second site has a paved feeding place next to the milking parlour of about 100 metres long and 20 metres wide. Photos: Henk Riswick

27-08-2020 | Article

Farm report, Germany: Dairy farming a different way pays off

The cows are mostly New Zealand Friesian breed. Photo: Chris McCullough

22-07-2020 | Article

Farm report: Herd expansion not always the answer for profits

The herd's average yield is 9,100kg per cow per year. Photo: Chris Mccullough

27-05-2020 | Article

Farm report: A peek at running a farm in Denmark

South Gippsland with its rolling green hills is known for its dairy industry. Photo: SG Dairy

19-05-2020 | Article

Farm report Australia: Farmers make ends meet in an unusual way

Around 150 heifers per year are reared on the farm. Photo: Chris McCullough

15-04-2020 | Article

Farm report, Australia: A dairy farm dealing with drought

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24-02 | Article

US dairy shift: Fewer farms, bigger herds, higher efficiency

21-02 | Article

Indonesia’s road to higher milk production

Why are some of South Africa’s farmers concerned about the Expropriation Act?

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