Feed accounts for up to 70% of variable costs in most dairy systems, making it an obvious area to scrutinise. However, any changes to feeding regimes must be carefully considered as early-season ...

Many dairy farmers are currently taking the welcome opportunity to turn cows out and reduce costs through utilising grass.

Dairy farms need to review their strategies for preventing metabolic disease in transition cows as monensin boluses are no longer on the market, said independent veterinary consultant Dr David Charles ...

In the context of early lactation, it’s not the actual milk butterfat and protein percentages that are important; the rate of decrease is more important, writes InTouch Feeding Specialist MJ Doran.