Advice - Dairy

An estimated 5–10% of dairy units in the UK currently use automated systems to deliver optimised lighting with potential benefits linked to increased fertility and yield performance

Maintaining body condition and promoting rumen fill and function in the dry period is key to preventing ketosis in fresh calved cows

The type of bacteria and stage of lactation can significantly impact the true cost of mastitis cases

Inadequate transfer of passive immunity can still occur if colostrum protocols are not up to scratch

Preventative hoof trimming will not eliminate all foot health and lameness problems on-farm, but it is a key strategy to reducing future lameness risk

Gareth Jones of Robotic Milking Systems shares his key considerations when transitioning to robotic milking

Kite Consulting’s Tim Kneale, discusses how to navigate immediate cash flow challenges during this period of milk price pressure

Nutrition accounts for more than half the cost of rearing dairy replacements and getting it wrong can undermine lifetime performance

Both external and internal biosecurity measures should be considered when controlling infection risk on dairy farms

Vet Emma Greaves, of Stapeley Veterinary Practice, looks at how to manage winter mastitis infections on-farm