Exhibitor Demand for Dairy-Tech 2021 Sees Over 70% of Stand Space Sold
8th September 2020
Business demands for Dairy-Tech 2021 are high with over 70% of the stand space already being booked up by existing exhibitors before going on general release.
UK red meat showcased at two major events in China
8th September 2020
Exporters will be flying the flag for UK pork and beef at two major events in China this month – marking the first international showcasing since the coronavirus outbreak.
Low cost changes make big financial impact on dairy farm
7th September 2020
A 150-cow dairy farm in Staffordshire has seen milk yield increase by 225 litres a day following the implementation of key recommendations from an Alltech Navigate feed efficiency assessment.
NZ halts live cattle exports after ship capsizes
4th September 2020
New Zealand has suspended live cattle exports after a ship carrying nearly 6,000 animals sank off the Japanese coast on Wednesday, with the fates of more than 40 crew members still unknown.
Red meat exports see strong start despite Covid-19
31st August 2020
AHDB is reporting a good start to the year for red meat exports, with shipments already worth £733 million in the first six months – up nearly three per cent on the same period last year.
Scottish dairy farmers needed to help with M bovis study
29th August 2020
Farmers are being asked to help with a project researching the prevalence of Mycoplasma bovis in Scottish dairy herds.
Cow’s milk ‘better for the planet’ than soya – study
27th August 2020
Consumers who buy soya milk should switch to cow’s milk if they want to help the planet, a new study suggests.
Tackling mastitis whilst complying with drying off protocols
26th August 2020
As more milk buyers are advising against blanket dry cow therapy, dairy farmers are turning to teat sealants to reduce infection pressure against mastitis.
Could outwintering in-calf heifers save you money?
24th August 2020
Farmers who are short on silage or worried about straw supplies for the winter should think about whether outwintering in-calf heifers to reduce winter rearing costs, says AHDB.
GB milk deliveries fall back due to extreme heat
24th August 2020
Milk deliveries dropped back considerably in the week ending 15th August, most likely as a result of the extreme heat, AHDB reports.
Norfolk Farm Park helps “critical” rare cattle breed
24th August 2020
Melsop Farm Park in Norfolk is working to preserve one of the UK’s rarest breeds of native cattle, having purchased two Albions which are expected to calve next year.
Finalists chosen for Dairy Industry Woman of the Year Award
20th August 2020
The finalists for the prestigious Dairy Industry Woman of the Year Award – which recognises the achievements of women in the British dairy industry – have been selected.