Dairy

Join our calf rearing workshop

Fri, 29 May 2026 08:46:15 GMT

Join our calf rearing workshop

Making the most of grass growth

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:45:58 GMT

Making the most of grass growth

April 2026 dairy market review

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:22:50 GMT

April 2026 dairy market review

Study shows breeding can help cut dairy farm emissions

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:15:08 GMT

Study shows breeding can help cut dairy farm emissions

Dorset: Your cows, your farm, your team - The value of mobility scoring and stress-free cattle handling

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:44:01 GMT

Join AHDB and Barbers Farmhouse Cheesemakers for an informative workshop focussing on stress-free handling , the four key lameness diseases, what your mobility records are really telling you, and the link between heifer rearing, housing, stocking rates and the cows you have.

Jo Speed, coach and CowSignals Master Trainer, together with professional hoof trimmer Steve Paul will be covering four topics that are more connected than they might appear and how to embed them across your whole team.

This workshop is an opportunity to step back, focus and invest two hours in your farm, your herd and your team — coming away with practical knowledge and fresh thinking you can use straight away.

Jo Speed is a CowSignals Master Trainer and one of the UK's leading specialists in stress-free cattle handling (developed AHDB Mobility Scoring!), stockmanship and farm team development. Jo works with farmers and their teams to build the kind of calm, confident handling culture that makes every aspect of farm life easier — from the daily milking routine to the moments when things don't go to plan. Jo understands that great handling is not just about the farmer — it is about every person who works with your cattle, and how you bring them with you.

Steve Paul is a professional foot trimmer and owner of CowsFeet, with years of experience working across dairy farms of all sizes and systems. Steve has seen over his career more cows' feet than almost anyone — which means he also sees, week in and week out, the direct consequences of how dairy cows and heifers are managed, housed and handled. His practical insight into lameness prevention, foot health and the stories that trimming records tell is the kind of knowledge that only comes from years at the sharp end.

Together Jo and Steve will share their experiences of working with cattle across a wide range of farm environments and situations — covering not just what good looks like, but how to achieve it on your farm, with your team, in the real world. From daily handling and parlour routine through to loading, TB testing and everything in between, this is a session grounded in genuine experience and focused entirely on what is useful to you.

Light dinner and refreshments will be provided.

Somerset: Your cows, your farm, your team - The value of mobility scoring and stress-free cattle handling

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:24:08 GMT

Join us and Barbers Farmhouse Cheesemakers for an informative workshop focussing on stress-free handling, the four key lameness diseases, what your mobility records are really telling you, and the link between heifer rearing, housing, stocking rates and the cows you have.

This workshop is an opportunity to step back, focus and invest two hours in your farm, your herd and your team — coming away with practical knowledge and fresh thinking you can use straight away.

Jo is a CowSignals Master Trainer and one of the UK's leading specialists in stress-free cattle handling (she developed AHDB's Mobility Scoring), stockmanship and farm team development.

She works with farmers and their teams to build the kind of calm, confident handling culture that makes every aspect of farm life easier – from the daily milking routine to the moments when things don't go to plan. Jo understands that great handling is not just about the farmer – it's about every person who works with your cattle and how you bring them with you.

Steve is a professional foot trimmer and owner of CowsFeet, with years of experience working across dairy farms of all sizes and systems.

He has seen more cows' feet over his career than almost anyone, which means he also sees, week in and week out, the direct consequences of how dairy cows and heifers are managed, housed and handled.

His practical insight into lameness prevention, foot health and the stories that trimming records tell is the kind of knowledge that only comes from years at the sharp end.

Together Jo and Steve will share their experiences of working with cattle across a wide range of farm environments and situations, covering not just what good looks like, but how to achieve it on your farm, with your team, in the real world.

From daily handling and parlour routine through to loading, TB testing and everything in between, this is a session grounded in genuine experience and focused entirely on what is useful to you.

Light lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Hopes for quick market recovery dashed by volumes of milk

Wed, 06 May 2026 13:03:55 GMT

Hopes for quick market recovery dashed by volumes of milk

Dairy retail performance - 18 April 2026

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:19:29 GMT

Dairy retail performance - 18 April 2026

New for 2026: Conference bursary fund

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:09:00 GMT

New for 2026: Conference bursary fund

Showcasing milk to students at BUCS big events

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:37:27 GMT

Showcasing milk to students at BUCS big events

Milk Championships hit full stride

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:10:09 GMT

Milk Championships hit full stride

CREAM Awards Winners Walk

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:28:11 GMT

CREAM Awards Winners Walk

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Strategic Cereal Farm North

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by David Blacker at AHDB Strategic Cereal Farm North.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Healthy soils, nutrients and crop productivity

See innovation in action: Discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions for healthy soils, nutrients and crop productivity
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Strategic Cereal Farm North Trials:

Micronutrient management and crop health
Earthworms, living mulches and soil organic matter
Field drainage

Lunch is provided. The event is free, but please register so we can plan catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points available.

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for field conditions.

Dr Ellie Dearlove
Knowledge Transfer Manager – Cereals & Oilseed

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Smart livestock health

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by The South West Dairy Development Centre (SWDDC).

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Smart livestock health, welfare and precision nutrition

Hear from Professor Chris Hudson, a clinical professor in dairy health and production at the University of Nottingham
See innovation in action: Discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions in smart livestock health, welfare and precision nutrition
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Lunch will be provided.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

Thom Washbourne

Senior Knowledge Exchange Manager, Dairy

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Nature-friendly crop protection

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by Tom and Debbie Reynolds at AHDB Cereals Kent Monitor Farm.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Nature-friendly crop protection and integrating biodiversity

See innovation in action: discover how farmers are turning research into practical, nature-friendly crop protection, integrating biodiversity through diverse rotations, innovative Integrated Pest Management, nature-based solutions, and new ways to measure on-farm biodiversity
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the farm and put your questions to the host farmers
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Hear from ADOPT projects

The Biodiversity Toolkit – Jane Acton & Meghan Waghorn
S.C.A.R.E.: Sensory Countermeasures for Avians using Repellents and Emissions - Mercedes Torres & Matteo Bermond
SUNTRAP: Sustainable Use of Native Trap Crops for Resilient and Productive Celery Systems - Megan-Rose Beard

Lunch will be provided.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

David Hunter
Knowledge Exchange Manager - Cereals & Oilseeds

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Climate resilient farming systems

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by Tom Pearson at Manor Farm, Caxton.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Climate resilient farming systems, land use and water

See innovation in action: discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions - building climate-resilient systems through improved soil health, smart water management, diversified landscapes, and more efficient input use, reducing risk and costs while maintaining yields under changing weather conditions
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Lunch will be provided.

This meeting is free to attend, but please register so we can organise catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points will be available for attending.

Please bring suitable footwear and clothing for a field walk.

Molly Bampton
Knowledge Exchange Manager - Cereals & Oilseeds

AHDB and ADOPT field tested: Strategic Cereal Farm Midlands

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:09 GMT

Research is only useful if it works on farm. This roadshow of practical, on-farm events is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world farming decisions.

Hosted by Will Oliver at AHDB Strategic Cereal Farm Midlands.

These events are delivered in collaboration with the ADOPT Support Hub and hosted on working farms through the UK ADOPT and AHDB Farm Excellence programmes.

Circular farming, making better use of waste & home-grown inputs

See innovation in action: Discover how farmers are turning research into practical solutions, from circular farming approaches to smarter use of waste and home-grown inputs
Get inspired to try it yourself: Explore opportunities, support and funding to run your own farmer-led on-farm trials
See it in the field: Explore the trials and put your questions to the host farmer and research scientists
Grow your network: Connect with farmers, organisations and partners driving practical on-farm innovation at our Marketplace

Strategic Cereal Farm Midlands trials:

Optimising organic inputs (poultry manure)
Balancing crop nutrition, crop protection and technology
Maize residue management through the rotation

Lunch is provided. The event is free, but please register so we can plan catering.

BASIS and NRoSO points available.

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for field conditions.

Dr Ellie Dearlove
Knowledge Transfer Manager – Cereals & Oilseeds

Dairy retail performance – 21 March 2026

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:21:55 GMT

Dairy retail performance – 21 March 2026

Recent research into Johne’s disease

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:34:39 GMT

Recent research into Johne’s disease

Tighter margins, slower production growth and a cautious price recovery: Rabobank Q1 summary

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:58:51 GMT

Tighter margins, slower production growth and a cautious price recovery: Rabobank Q1 summary