Dairy

Farming unions have expressed concern that the Welsh Government’s latest TB consultation has failed to assess the impact its proposals will have on farm finances, cattle welfare and veterinary capacity. 

The latest results from Pioneer Accurate Crop Testing System (PACTS) 2021 trials show very early maturity from the dent hybrid P7034 maize variety.

Harrison and Hetherington, UK Borderway Dairy Expo organiser has announced two new awards which will be presented to those exhibiting livestock at this years event.

A Red Tractor Assured farmer supplying Freshways has been suspended pending an investigation following a BBC Panorama programme which featured shocking footage of animal abuse.

Early indications of a trial being run at ABP’s demonstration farm suggest that genetics can help with the issue of producing a viable dairy bull calf from a cross-bred. Debbie James reports.

Findings from the grass monitoring project, GrassCheckGB, and updates on specific grassland research were discussed at a recent webinar. Angela Calvert and Katie Jones report.

Tight supply and firm demand will provide price support until at least the spring flush

Some students and alumni of Harper Adams university were outraged by the student union’s decision not to promote the agricultural campaign Februdairy.

Industry has showcased its ambitions to double the UK’s dairy exports within the next decade and unlock new opportunities within international markets during a ministerial visit.

By focusing on their dry cow management, the Lawrie family has achieved significant improvements in the health and productivity of their dairy herd.