Dairy

A farmer has voiced his frustration with Cheshire Police for their ’ridiculously’ slow response to a report of 11 calves savaged by dogs.

New Prime Minister Liz Truss is under pressure to rethink bovine TB policies, as industry groups warn farmers must have ‘access to all available measures’ if the disease is to be eradicated.

The number of animals slaughtered due to bovine TB in England has fallen by 20 per cent, according to the latest Government figures.

With the Royal Family having links to the likes of Sandringham and Balmoral, King Charles has been a passionate advocate of sustainable farming.

The County Council farm system has been instrumental in helping young farmers Harry Knott and Grace Barwell secure their dream in running a dairy farm. Ellie Layton reports.

Faced with variable quality forages and tight stocks, taking steps to maximise intakes and minimise waste at feedout will be crucial this winter.

A ringside round-up from the hot competition at UK Dairy Day, including three National shows.

Agricultural levy board AHDB is considering quitting its Stoneleigh Park base in favour of smaller premises, it has been revealed.

A major focus on improving udder health and milking parlour performance at a Welsh dairy farm has reduced herd somatic cell count to under 100,000 cells/ml for the first time in 15 years. Debbie James reports.

Milking 10 times in seven days otherwise known as 10 in seven, is becoming a popular option for farmers wanting to reduce labour and improve their work-life balance, but how does it work in practice? Ruth Wills finds out.