Dairy
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Dairy programmes
Brexit
Considerable volumes of dairy products are both imported and exported to the EU. Use this information to better understand the impact a no-deal Brexit scenario could have on the UK dairy industry.
Quick links
Podcast: What would no-deal mean for dairy markets?
Case study: What could happen to Laura's dairy farm?
EU and UK import tariffs for selected dairy products
Horizon report: Brexit prospects for UK dairy trade
How to prepare for a no-deal Brexit
14 October 2019
Flexitarians are on the rise but has veganism been over-stated? How has market saturation affected meat and dairy sales?
11 October 2019
Feed typically represents 75% of variable cost of finishing beef cattle and with forages being cheaper than cereals there is an opportunity to reduce this cost.
11 October 2019
One Wiltshire dairy farm has managed to double its milk from forage by changing seven, set-stocked fields into a 34 ha grazing platform.
11 October 2019
Farmers are being called to share their views to shape standards for apprenticeships which will develop the next generation of skilled workers.
7 October 2019
Small changes are making a big difference for AHDB strategic dairy farmer Willie Baillie.
7 October 2019
Once more the Brexit deadline is looming and predicting the result seems more than a little foolhardy. However, I have been trying to imagine what Scottish agriculture will look like in five years’ time, possibly something just as challenging.
7 October 2019
The USA is planning to impose countermeasures of almost $7.5bn on a range of EU products, with dozens of products facing additional tariffs of 25% What does this mean for UK exports?
7 October 2019
The AHDB team took first place at this year’s Great Glen Challenge, which sees teams of four compete in individual events – mountain biking, running, walking and kayaking.
4 October 2019
If the UK leaves the EU in a ‘no-deal’ scenario, it will no longer be able to enjoy the benefits of trade agreements the EU has with other countries. In this article, we look at the progress that has been made in rolling over these deals and what it means for agri-food trade.
1 October 2019
Our dairy marketing campaign won the Yves Boutonnat Trophy at the World Dairy Summit in Istanbul.
27 September 2019
A new Chair is being sought to head the AHDB when Sir Peter Kendall reaches the end of his term of office at the end of March next year.
25 September 2019
Soil specialist Mark Tripney explains how to correct soil compaction and when's the best time
23 September 2019
Launch of a consultation on a proposal to form a Ruminant Health and Welfare Group to deliver a simpler, more co-ordinated approach to tackling primarily sheep and cattle health and welfare across the UK.
20 September 2019
Our project found careful management of feed can yield profitable cattle
19 September 2019
Prevention rather than cure should always be the focus of any mastitis management plan, something that will be the focus of the next meeting of AHDB’s Scottish strategic dairy farm on 10 October.
16 September 2019
Blue Planet 2 brought plastic pollution to the forefront of the British environment debate. New research by AHDB has shown plastic usage in packaging is a concern for 86% of consumers.
13 September 2019
Ar article looking at the key nutritional parameters in forage analysis
13 September 2019
A Forage for Knowledge article looking at return on investment on deciding hether or not to purchase a plate meter
11 September 2019
Bodysgaw Isa in Denbighshire, North Wales is our third Welsh Strategic Dairy Farm.
Dairy publications
With around 55% of UK beef originating from the dairy herd there is a drive to improve dairy cattle carcases which has led to the Dairy Carcase Index.
Guidance about a three pronged approach to reduce the incidence and limit the impact of Digital Dermatitis within dairy herds.
Our slurry wizard helps you work out slurry storage requirements, explore options and comply with regulations
The Healthy Feet Programme has been developed to help you reduce the number of lame cows on your farm by identifying and applying the right solutions.