Contents tagged with environment
19 February 2021
Housing designed with the cow in mind is important, to reduce environmental risks for mastitis. Fundamental issues with building design, ventilation and stocking rate can often mean new infection rates remain high, particularly in higher-yielding herds.
18 February 2021
The risk of infection from the environment is likely to be lower if the cow and her environment are clean. Our cleanliness checks can help you measure how much muck and dirt is on different body parts.
1 February 2021
During a challenging year and against a backdrop of major change for industry, consumer attitudes towards UK farmers has grown in positivity.
12 January 2024
A week of events looking at practical advice for farmers and growers on carbon measurement and environmental management
7 December 2021
Following on from 2019’s research into Trust and Transparency in the British food system, we look at how consumer attitudes have evolved over 2020 in the wake of coronavirus. We explore how important the environment is to consumers in the UK, and look at farming’s relative position on environmental issues.
10 December 2020
Our Head of Environment responds to latest UKCCC report
28 January 2022
Eagerly awaited by England’s farmers, Defra today set out the Government’s plans for the transition from the Common Agricultural Policy.
18 November 2020
On-farm carbon footprinting to be launched across our Farm Excellence network
20 November 2020
The rate of ammonia volatilisation from floors is influenced by ambient temperature and air exchange rate. Controlling these factors will reduce ammonia emissions.
20 November 2020
Controlling the release of nitrogen, a key component of ammonia, ensures more is retained as valuable fertiliser.
6 November 2020
Ammonia (NH3) is a key air pollutant that can have significant effects on both human health and the environment.
28 September 2020
A new video showcasing British farming