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Dynamic milking assessments are increasingly being used to address udder health issues or improve parlour efficiency

Katie Fitzgerald, of Bishopton Farm Vets, looks at the cause, impact and management of heat stress among dairy cows

A dedicated approach to people development and effective team communication has led to a thriving farm team and a successful business for dairy farmer, Mike King

Cutting silage regularly can boost forage quality, improve milk production from forage and increase energy yield per hectare

While cases of mastitis are falling on a national level, producers should not take their eye off the ball when it comes to udder health in and around the transition period

Milk fever cases have fallen steadily in recent years but remains a significant health challenge on many UK dairy farms according to the 2025 Kingshay Dairy Costings Focus report

Nutrition can help with many of the key challenges associated with the dry period. However, for long-term success it is important to get the basics right first and then build upwards towards the best nutritional approach

Getting colostrum into calves quickly is crucial but getting it to the right place is what counts

As we head into silage season, minimising contamination in the clamp and losses at the feed fence are key to ensure you are getting the most out of your silage

While often overlooked, B vitamins play a critical role in dairy nutrition and supporting high yielding cows