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August 18, 2021
The dry period is an essential stage of the dairy cow’s milk production cycle. Dr Jane Sayers, CAFRE Dairying Adviser,...
July 27, 2021
Good quality grass remains the cheapest feed for dairy cows and is the cornerstone of profitable milk production. Christopher Breen,...
July 8, 2021
Managing grass growth and the resulting covers for the CAFRE dairy herd has posed various challenges as it has for...
July 5, 2021
Farmers should take care to minimise the risk of soil or manure contamination when ensiling grass as this can have...
May 24, 2021
It has been a late start to spring, with low temperatures and poor grass growth leading to delayed turnout. Now...
May 13, 2021
Technology Demonstration Farms (TDFs) provide a network of local farms which allow other farmers the opportunity to see new technology...
May 6, 2021
Introducing a multi-cut silage system As we approach the silage season, paying attention to cut and wilt times will help...
April 29, 2021
Grazing deficits are being reported on many dairy farms in Northern Ireland, as persistent cold temperatures and low rainfall challenge...
April 21, 2021
Although managing fertility of the dairy herd is an all year round job, taking your eye off the ball at...
April 15, 2021
Lameness is a significant problem for the dairy industry as it is not only an important welfare issue but can...
March 31, 2021
In June 2019, the UK Government announced its commitment to ‘Net Zero 2050’. This target has advanced the need for...
March 18, 2021
Fertile soils coupled with good grassland and grazing management are key to profitable milk production. With a continuing financial squeeze...