Livestock

This year’s extreme summer drought in many parts of the country has reinforced the need for dairy farmers to look for alternative fodder sources to maximise milk production from home-grown feeds. Dairy Farmer reports.

It was great to attend UK Dairy Day in mid-September, along with almost 9,000 other dairy farmers and their families.

This month Roger Evans discusses the current farming situation at home, this year’s grass growth, milk prices and milk quotas.

The Gregorys have several initiatives running across their organic dairy business to ensure they remain profitable while supporting nature and the environment. Sara Gregson went to find out more.

Following their win of the prestigious NMR/RABDF Gold Cup for 2020, the Torrance family is keen to acknowledge the whole team involved in the successful running of the herd and farm business. Wendy Short reports.

Getting British lamb into the United States has been difficult to get over the line, taking between seven to eight years to gain access for the first shipments.

Maize trials carried out at the Carlisle Regional Technology Centre, at Smalmstown Farm, Longtown, have shed a new light on the use of narrow film.

Under-sowing grass alongside maize crops is increasingly becoming an option for many due to soil erosion prevention and winter grazing options.

Concerns have been raised about the leadership of farmer-owned meat business Farmers First after several dividend cheques bounced.

Inevitably, downer cow syndrome is an issue many dairy farmers will have to deal with at one time or another. Vet Dr Charlie Mays discusses best practice for managing downer cows and how the correct use of hip hoists can be life-saving.