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Trace minerals affect profitability because they are production elements, says Sabrina Jordan, Farm Product Manager at Virbac.

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.

Herd monitoring systems such as SenseHub® from MSD Animal Health provide powerful insights into the health and reproduction performance of dairy.

High quality silage is a high energy, palatable and digestible forage which can provide a significant proportion of the nutritional needs of a high yielding dairy cow.

Co-op is breaking boundaries in egg sourcing, as it unveils British white eggs in its stores, reinforcing its commitment to 100% free-range values and championing animal welfare

Covid lockdowns and rising food prices have shifted consumer eating habits, but meat remains a staple, appearing in over half of all meals, with a growing preference for meat-based lunches and hot meals.

Poultry units still need to focus on comprehensive and effective disinfection to achieve high levels of biosecurity and minimise the consequences of pathogenic infections on performance. A Neogen expert outlines how to remain vigilant.

With the average case of lameness costing £300 and every missed service costing over £100, it is crucial to minimise these financial losses through close monitoring of livestock.

In the field of agriculture, where seasons, markets and technology intersect, securing financing tailored to your unique and personal demands is essential. Chris Smith, Head of Specialist Equipment at Aldermore Bank, explores the options.

Monitoring the reproduction and health indexes of individual dairy cows and heifers can tell the herd manager a lot about how each animal is being managed, but monitoring animals on a group-by-group basis can unlock a wealth of additional information which can be used to improve the overall herd’s performance.