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Are happy dairy cows more productive?
What can you do to enhance the happiness of your dairy herd? And will it have any effect on milk yield? The research may surprise you.
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What does it take to become a successful dairy farmer?
What does it take to become a successful dairy farmer? We spoke to two experts to find out.
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Flipping Fantastic Farmers: The History of the Pancake
This Pancake Day, we are looking into the story behind the pancake and celebrating the vital role that you, the farmers, play in putting these sweet treats on our tables.
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Hoof health: the cost of lameness in dairy cows and how to prevent it
Lameness is an incredibly common problem on dairy farms. Yet, with some simple prevention tips, you can enhance your milk yields and boost your bottom line. Let’s take a look.
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How to maintain a healthy rumen in dairy cows - tips for every season
The cornerstone of dairy cow wellbeing is maintaining a fully functional rumen - a vital part of the cow's digestive system. Let's break this down according to each season of the year and give you timely tips for each season...
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How to take care of your herd’s teats during drying off
Every dairy farmer wants to secure the future integrity of their milk yields. That’s why the drying off period is the most important part of the lactation cycle. Here’s how to manage teat health for high yields post-calving.
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Quality in, quality out: how to get peak productivity from your dairy
Low milk yields are incredibly frustrating. But taking a holistic approach to cow welfare - from body condition to nutrition - will help to make sure your dairy herd is as productive as possible.
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Top tips for dairy herd health this winter
What’s the best way to make sure your dairy herd remains productive, peaceful and profitable through the winter? Start preparing in autumn. Here are our top tips.
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The environmental impact of dairy farming: myths debunked
All too often, the pressure is put on the dairy farmer when it comes to overcoming the industry's impact on the environment. When the facts are viewed in context though, the outlook isn’t nearly so bleak...
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5 ways to track and tackle lameness in dairy cows
Cattle lameness can reduce milk yields and impact profits, making it a welfare and productivity challenge in the industry. By implementing these prevention tips, you can help to minimise the effects of lameness and increase milk yields.