Contents tagged with Dairy
21 May 2024
It’s vital to know the volume of your footbath so you use the correct amount of chemical. This page explains recommended dilution rates and how to calculate how much you need.
24 November 2021
Reducing the use of Veterinary Medicines
24 November 2021
Information on helminth infections in dairy cattle
10 May 2024
Footbaths are essential for disinfecting cows’ feet and preventing the spread of digital dermatitis. Work through these pages to find out how to improve your footbath design and use.
17 September 2021
Charlie Russell is Estate Factor and Farms Manager for Glenapp – a rural business near Stranraer where one of the challenges is usually to cope with over 1,500 mm annual rainfall, and this year turned into coping with a six-week drought.
29 July 2021
Genetic selection of cattle for reduced bovine Tuberculosis transmission
16 November 2023
Herd genetic reports help you see the breeding potential of your milking cows and youngstock through their genetic index, trait and inbreeding values.
27 September 2021
Learn how to select dairy beef cattle for slaughter, plus handling guidance to maintain the meat’s quality.
27 September 2021
Learn the essential health checks for growing and finishing dairy cattle.
27 September 2021
Learn how to rear dairy beef, including nutritional guidance and safety advice
23 September 2021
Learn about the options for rearing dairy beef heifers and steers to make use of low-quality pasture.
5 November 2021
Research in Early Life Management on the Risk of Johne’s Disease and Support Farm-Level Decisions