Dairy & Beef News

Ahead of Great British Beef Week, the NFU has shared its vision for British beef and set out the key actions needed to secure a thriving, profitable and sustainable future for the sector. 

Arla Foods and DMK Group have announced a merger that aims at creating “the strongest dairy cooperative in Europe”.

Keeping cows in optimum condition before calving is absolutely critical to both cow and calf health. A new research by Purdue University has shown how important tailored nutrition is.

Heat stress is a growing challenge for dairy farmers worldwide. Rising temperatures in combination with high humidity can significantly impact cow health and productivity, leading to lower milk yields, reduced fertility rates, and increased health risks. Effective cow cooling is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity.

The UK’s chief veterinary officer has confirmed a case of influenza of avian origin (H5N1) in a single sheep in Yorkshire following repeat positive milk testing.   

NFU Cymru said that “sobering” new figures showing a record number of cattle culled in Wales last year because of bovine TB further underline the need for change in strategy.

Defra’s latest Farm Business Income report predicts which sectors will see a rise or fall in income over 2024/25.

Despite a challenging trading environment, the total value of UK dairy exports broadly matched 2023, with export values to the EU and US increasing. EU and US demand helped drive the value of UK dairy exports in 2024 to £1.8 billion.

The event saw hundreds of exhibitors launch a range of new products, while visitors questioned key industry figures. Sarah Kidby reports.

Hartpury University and Hartpury College’s Home Farm has installed a state-of-the-art DeLaval robotic milking system.

A series of record-breaking Aberdeen-Angus cattle sales has reached new heights, with Netherton Eclipse Z036 setting a breed record for a bull of £65,600.

A top price of 25,000gns was achieved for bulls at the the 47th National Early Spring Sale of pedigree British Limousin cattle this month.