Dairy profits mask huge volatility
Bradley Causey
The financial year ended 31 March 2026 was a stronger one for some UK dairy farmers, but the situation now is very different, with a significant drop in milk price…
How to control heifer rearing costs
Dairy producers are being urged to take a more strategic approach to heifer rearing, as rising input costs place increasing pressure on profitability. Heifer rearing remains one of the most…
Supreme stock at Bath & West Show
Berkshire gilt, Fairoaks Royal Saphire 8th, by Alkington Nama, took top honours in the pig ring
A tremendous turnout of livestock competed for top honours at the Royal Bath & West Show on May 28-30, with the judges hard-pushed to select their interbreed winners. In the…
Rethink calf nutrition
New research is urging dairy producers to rethink calf nutrition strategies, warning that cutting feed costs during early life can significantly undermine long-term performance and profitability. Speaking at a nutritional…
Positive indications from early grass silage analysis
Early indications suggest that this year’s first-cut silage could potentially bring an extra litre/cow per day benefit, according to samples taken by Mole Valley Farmers. With the growing trend for…
Feeding dry cows: The Goldilocks approach
Feeding dry cows correctly is a critical factor in dairy herd health, productivity and profitability, and there is a fine balance to be found, according to leading research. Speaking at…
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