Beef
First UK project launched to provide real time data on heat stress in cows
With limited UK data available on the impact of heat stress in indoor and outdoor herds, Lallemand Animal Nutrition and...
Dairy
Dairy
Global dairy markets: ‘Steady as she goes’ according to AHDB
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is confirming that global dairy markets will remain strong in the short-term, which...
Beef
Introducing a multi-cut silage system – CAFRE
College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) dairy advisors have issued guidance to milk producers in Northern Ireland on...
Dairy
The search for 2021 Scottish Dairy Farm of the Year begins
The dairy sector will have a chance to shine in 2021, as the search for the Scottish Dairy Farm of...
Beef
Multiple cutting will deliver superior quality silage
According to silage consultant Dr. Dave Davies, grass should be cut when it has a dry matter digestibility (DMD) value...
Dairy
GDT index drops slightly in latest event
The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) index has recorded a slight drop to mark back-to-back decreases for the first time this...
Dairy
Northern Ireland farm wins inaugural British Friesian Herd of the Year Award
A Northern Ireland dairy farm has been named the winner of a new UK-wide award for the best British Friesian...
Agri-Business
Fluke-mapping research has the potential to revolutionise treatment
Research underway at Aberystwyth University has the potential to revolutionise fluke control by reducing dependence on anthelmintic drugs. The two-year...
Dairy
Grazing deficits now an issue on NI dairy farms
Grazing deficits are being reported on many dairy farms in Northern Ireland, as persistent cold temperatures and low rainfall challenge...
Agri-Business
International dialogue to push for action on antimicrobial resistance
International leaders in human and animal health are set to convene on Thursday (April 29) to accelerate work tackling antimicrobial...
Dairy
Are you having issues with calf scour?
Rotavirus is the most common cause of calf scour, which usually affects calves when they are between five and 14...
Dairy
Lameness: The not-so-hidden cost on a dairy farm
Lameness is a significant problem for the dairy industry as it is not only an important welfare issue, but can...
Agri-Business
NI and ROI join European dairy resilience project
Both Northern Ireland and the Republic have joined an international research network which aims to make European dairy farms more...
Beef
Farmers urged to treat livestock for flies to prevent rapid population explosion
Farmers could face uncontrollable fly populations and costly health issues in their livestock when the weather warms up, if they...
Agri-Business
New Zealand government to phase out live exports by sea
The New Zealand government has announced that the export of livestock by sea will cease following a transition period of...
Agri-Business
NI milk prices edge upwards for March
Northern Ireland milk processors have announced increases to prices of up to 1p/L for March's milk. Dairy processors Dale Farm,...
Agri-Business
Lakeland Dairies’ revenue increases by over 5.7% to €1.09 billion in 2020
Cross-border (Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland) dairy co-operative Lakeland Dairies' revenue increased by over 5.7% to hit €1.09 billion...
Dairy
Lakeland increases milk price for March
Lakeland Dairies has become the latest processor to reveal its milk price for March, announcing an increase. In the Republic...
