Dairy Farmer

Spring-sown crops, which provide a high feed value forage, could present an attractive option when planning next year’s forage. Dairy Farmer looks at the options.

November / December 2021 Dairy Farming edition

Rumen buffers are typically rated for their strength and power, but the latest research is suggesting buffers with more precise actions and which work more consistently and for longer can be more effective. Dairy Farmer reports.

The under- or over-feeding of concentrates due to incorrectly calibrated feeders can have implications on performance and ultimately the bottom line. Chris McCullough reports.

With the use of sexed semen increasingly becoming the norm for a growing number of dairy producers, dairy vet and consultant Dave Gilbert offers some tips on getting the best results and return on investment. Hannah Park reports.

October 2021 Dairy Farming edition

Cutting the methane produced by livestock is seen as an essential element of farming’s attempts to achieve net zero emissions. Jonathan Wheeler reports.

September 2021 Dairy Farming edition

Dairy producers are getting better at what they do, latest analysis by the consultants and analysts Kingshay shows. Cedric Porter reports.

Nearly all farmers taking part in a recent calf survey recognised the link between well reared heifers and future performance, yet data suggests there is huge scope for producers to drive efficiencies further.