Dairy

19 March 2025

Find information on arable rotation in livestock – forage crops, cover crops and more.

22 September 2020

20 August 2025

Jamie McCoy

9 November 2018

17 November 2022

Izak Van Heerden

17 September 2018

17 September 2018

12 February 2025

Delyth Lewis-Jones

17 August 2018

Despite additional hectares of straw being made available by cereal growers, there is still likely to be a shortage due to lower yields and an increased requirement for feeding. This factsheet explains the importance of assessing your straw needs and planning for any deficit.

7 August 2018

Attention to detail is of paramount importance at Buscot Wick Farm, Oxfordshire where an autumn block calving system provides the simplicity they desire, allowing them to focus on producing the best milk they can in the most efficient way.

23 October 2023

Moving to twice a day delivery of fresh feed has increased milk production by 1.5 litres per cow for no extra cost at Chance Hall Farm in Cheshire managed by Tom and Karen Halton

26 June 2025

It is important to consider the effect heat can have on livestock. Here is advice and information on how to prevent heat stress in cattle and sheep.

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