Dairy Farmer

Dairy farmers need to figure out what arrangements suited their individual circumstances if they wanted to have a secure future, according to Promar’s Andrew Suddes.

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

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.

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

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

The Brown Swiss and the Holstein are milked in equal numbers on a small family farm in North Yorkshire and the two breeds complement each other perfectly, according to producer, Emily Bradley. Wendy Short reports.

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.

An effective lighting system can have several positive physiological effects on herd performance, including increased milk yield and improved fertility.

Come rain or shine, exhibitors turned out quality stock across two very different days at Westmorland County Show.