Dairy
The influence of light on milk and colostrum production
With the evenings closing in, and autumn calving ready to start, farmers should be asking themselves: how much light should...
Dairy
N.Ireland
Tackling mastitis through a sawdust and lime mix
Mastitis is considered to be one of the most costly diseases in dairy, with farmers continuously working to prevent the...
Agri-Business
Govt warned against dairy concessions in US trade deal
The UK government is being urged to “remain steadfast and not barter away” greater market access to the US that...
Dairy
Ensuring that weanling and in-calf heifers are on target
Weighing and acting on underweight heifers and heifer calves should be on the agenda, especially as the weather turns a...
N.Ireland
US dairy farm adds value selling culled cow meat and hosting tours
By Chris McCullough Adding value to dairy farms is a common trend across the world with many selling milk, cheese,...
N.Ireland
New patterns of BVD present in Northern Ireland – AHWNI
Recent test results have proven a significant change in the patterns of bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD), according to Animal Health...
Dairy
Botulism outbreaks result in death of over 700 cattle in England
An investigation is underway into outbreaks of botulism that have resulted in the deaths of over 700 head of cattle...
N.Ireland
20 NI farms signed up to new initiative to reduce GHG emissions
A total of 20 farms in Northern Ireland have signed up to the newly launched initiative, UK Dairy Carbon Network....
Dairy
Correct soil fertility issues when ground conditions still allow
Obtaining an optimal soil fertility status is a key pillar to the success of dairy production systems or any farm...
Agri-Business
Red Tractor launches new TV ad - ‘With You For 25 Years’
Red Tractor is celebrating 25 years since its launch with a new TV advertisement that spotlights role of Red Tractor...
Agri-Business
AHDB: UK dairy exports to Ireland increased by 7% to 251,000t
A new report shows that UK dairy exports to Ireland increased by 7% to 251,000 tonnes in quarter two of...
Agri-Business
Contracts signed to build world’s biggest integrated dairy project
By Chris McCullough Plans have been drawn up to build the world’s biggest integrated dairy farm and milk powder production...
Dairy
Sticking to the 16:8 milking interval into the autumn months
Studies show that the 16:8 milking interval has no impact on milk yield, and can in fact ensure a reasonable...
Dairy
Securing the future of Danish dairy farm after bankruptcy
By Chris McCullough Farming with the threat of pending carbon emissions taxes on livestock being introduced, farmers in Denmark are...
Agri-Business
Lactalis acquire Fonterra’s dairy ingredients business in new deal
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd., has announced it has agreed the sale of its global consumer and associated businesses to Lactalis...
N.Ireland
Strike averted as Dale Farm workers vote to accept new pay deal
Workers at the dairy producer Dale Farm will not strike now, having voted to accept a new pay deal. Trade...
Agri-Business
Annual global milk supply now forecast to grow by 1.4% – Ornua
The global dairy outlook has improved with annual milk supply likely to expand by 1.4% this year, according to a...
Agri-Business
2026 for completion of £20m Ehrmann Cornish Dairy dessert production facility
A £20m chilled dessert production facility in Cornwall is scheduled for completion in 2026. Following European dairy group Ehrmann’s acquisition...
