dairy farm

Following significant investment in his family's dairy farm, Andrew Leggot is now focusing on achieving small improvements in efficiency

Vaccination, tag testing and biosecurity are identified as key to preventing BVD across UK dairy farms

Muller dairy farmers, who meet the conditions for Müller Advantage will receive a milk price of 40.25ppl from September 1

Smaller farms producing lower volumes have been impacted by the decision by the dairy giant

Management of bedding and grazing paddocks is crucial to controlling environmental mastitis infections during lactation and in the dry period

A mix of Holstein, British Friesian and Viking Red breeds has proved beneficial for the Blamire family who farm near Carlisle

Baled grass silage can be as good as clamped silage, says Volac silage scientist, Dr Mark Leggett, but it is essential to employ equal attention to detail when making it – starting by cutting grass at the optimum time.

Research has shown heat stress at any point during the dry period can affect the lifetime performance and productivity of the developing foetus

CLA senior land use policy adviser Cameron Hughes said: "CLA members I speak to are often surprised at the breadth of options available through the Capital Grants scheme."

Solar power provides an opportunity to reduce energy bills, maximise self-sufficiency and save money, but there are considerations when it comes to installation and economics