Technical

To get heifers to the optimum size and stature to calve easily at 24 months, consistent daily growth rates and remaining disease-free are important, says Dr Emma Bleach, of Harper Adams University

New Group 4 varieties look to combine cleaner disease profiles and flexible drilling opportunities as growers look to reduce risk and input costs

If heifers are entering the milking herd underweight and underprepared, the ripple effects could be costing you, says dairy expert

Low milk prices are driving interest in whole milk feeding, but it is not a one-size-fits-all solution and careful considerations should be taken

Fodder beet has become a key crop for mixed farmer Dylan Davies in recent years, underpinning his strategy to outwinter dairy youngstock to help keep costs in check

From feed space to airflow, focusing on six core principles can help optimise cow comfort and production for the housed dairy herd

Getting cow nutrition right this spring is more critical than ever, given the low milk price. By feeding to maximise butterfat and protein, while optimising animal health, producers can claw back much-needed value

At a recent webinar, attendees were advised that managing risk both in the field and in the marketplace will be critical to safeguarding potato production in 2026

Balanced energy and rumen stability at turnout are vital to protect butterfat levels and fertility

In an attempt to answer the above question, agronomy firm Agrii has been testing various farm technologies at its host farm based in Lincolnshire