The UK's Premier Agricultural Machinery and Technology Show

20–21 January 2027, NEC, Birmingham

Event Details

Dairy Talk - Dan Burdett: "I used to farm by certain dates in mind for turnout and housing"

Another year, another calving block comes to an end, filled with a few surprises and challenges but mainly positive memories

clock • 3 min read
Dan Burdett
Image:

Dan Burdett

At home we followed the usual course of the first 85% running without a hitch and then the last 15% dragging on, with the odd issue thrown in. This year I had a real challenge with the October-born...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Dairy

OPINION: October milk price creeps up again, but supply shortages beckon
Dairy

OPINION: October milk price creeps up again, but supply shortages beckon

Livestock specialist Katie Fallon talks of October milk prices

Katie Fallon
Katie Fallon
clock 30 September 2026 • 2 min read
Campaigners call for action accusing supermarkets of driving rise of mega dairies
Dairy

Campaigners call for action accusing supermarkets of driving rise of mega dairies

The Wildlife Trusts says volume must not be allowed to replace the value of sustainable farming

Jane Thynne
Jane Thynne
clock 28 September 2026 • 4 min read
Dairy processing should be recognised as critical national infrastructure, says Dairy UK
Dairy

Dairy processing should be recognised as critical national infrastructure, says Dairy UK

A new White Paper has set out the vital role of dairy processing in UK food and nutritional security, economic growth and national resilience

Alex Black
Alex Black
clock 27 September 2026 • 2 min read