Content related to the topic: dairy

30 April 2026

Growing maize for silage

From the benefits of growing under film, to the control of weeds, pests and disease, our information will help you to grow maize for silage.

30 April 2026

Harvesting maize for silage

See our advice on how to assess the dry matter of maize, when to use an additive, and best practice for the maize silage clamp.

30 April 2026

Costs of growing maize for silage

See how the cost of maize silage, and maize grown under film, compares to grazed grass and grass silage.

7 October 2026

Greenhouse gas emissions: agriculture

There are lots of facts and figures relating to the carbon footprint of food and farming. AHDB data analysts breakdown what they mean and why they are different.

22 November 2021

Self-feed and easy-feed silage

Find out the advantages and limitations of self-feed and easy-feed silage.

29 June 2021

The golden rule for using antibiotics in livestock

The golden rule for using antibiotics and anthelmintics in all livestock is: as little as possible, but as much as necessary.

29 June 2021

Antibiotic resistance

Find out more about how antibiotic resistance occurs, spreads, and continues to be a major global threat.

29 June 2021

When to use antibiotics

Antibiotics can be very effective for certain treatments but are not always the answer. Find out when it is appropriate to administer antibiotics.

13 May 2025

Responsible use of antibiotics in livestock

Read our advice on how to use antibiotics responsibly on farm. You’ll find information on understanding resistance, and strategies to prevent health issues.

29 June 2021

Medicine use: Working with the professional experts

Certain medicines are prescription only and require input from a vet or a registered animal medicine advisor. Find out more about how these professional experts work with medicine use.

17 September 2026

Vaccine use in livestock

Vaccines are a key aspect of responsible medicine use. Our advice will help you understand vaccines and their use on farm.

23 April 2025

Medicine use in livestock: Health planning

Find out more about health planning and how it helps achieve responsible medicine use on farm.