UK Dairy Day

Two cows made history by claiming back-to-back championships in the cattle show classes at this year's UK Dairy Day. Ellie Layton reports.

The countdown is on to the 10th anniversary of UK Dairy Day, which takes place at the International Centre, Telford, on September 11, 2024

Showing dairy cattle is a passion for the Rickard family, who have built up a successful dairy herd from scratch, and future proofed their family farm along the way

In the coming weeks we look forwards to two important dairy industry events – UK Dairy Day, taking place on September 11; followed by the Dairy Show on October 2

Our embryo transfer technician joked that when he drove away from a farm in late March he cheerily wished his client a 'Happy Christmas', having just implanted 30 embryos

Larger entries were seen in the cattle lines at this year's UK Dairy Day where national shows were held for the Holsteins, Ayrshires and Brown Swiss breeds.

Producing one tonne of milk solids/lactation is perfectly achievable and desirable, but only for the right cow in the right system

Now in its ninth year, UK Dairy Day will once again take place at Telford's International Centre, where visitors will be able visit trade stands, network, learn and take in all the showring action