animal health

With most dairy farms in the UK over-supplementing diets with at least one mineral, understanding the mineral requirement at each stage of production is important for productivity, efficiency and the environment

A new Innovate UK-funded agri-tech project with the potential to transform the detection and treatment of dairy cow lameness is underway in South West England

Spring turnout creates many dietary challenges for dairy herds that can result in butterfat depression and fertility issues

A sharp decline in milk yield can occur for a variety of different reasons, but it should always trigger further investigation

Organic milk has been produced at Lyegrove Farm, Gloucestershire, for almost two decades, with maximising milk from forage a main priority for Mike and Amanda Sainsbury

Rumen health is a critical component in the ‘wheel for success' for robotic milking herds

Attention should be given to ewe nutrition in late pregnancy to maximise outputs and promote lamb survivability and performance

With udder cleft dermatitis affecting most of the UK dairy herd, Katie Fallon speaks to the team at LLM Farm Vets on cause, prevention and treatment of the skin condition

Livestock farmers are being urged to remain vigilant for signs of Schmallenberg virus in their flocks and herds by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC)

An integrated health microchip for cows could be available within the next 12 months