Content related to the sectors: dairy

23 September 2026

Cost and performance of livestock grazing brassica and forage crops

See comparisons of livestock growth performance and costs when grazing brassica or forage crops.

27 October 2026

Crop choice for livestock grazing brassica and forage crops

Find out how to decide which crops are suitable for your system.

22 September 2026

Grazed brassica and forage crops: Crop choice and establishment

Find out how to choose the right crop for your farm, tips on establishing crops for grazing, expected costs and livestock performance.

17 August 2026

Get water supplies ready for summer

Cows like to drink together, so water supplies should be sized to fit peak demand on a hot day.

25 September 2023

Reduction in diffuse phosphorus loss from dairy farms (PhD)

Identification of barriers to and facilitators for reducing phosphorus losses from UK dairy farms

14 January 2022

Control of cryptosporidiosis in calves (PhD)

Controlling cryptosporidiosis in calves

9 December 2021

GrowSave – an energy efficiency platform

The GrowSave project has previously been focused solely on horticulture - protected edible, protected ornamentals, and soft fruit crops - but as energy saving and management is clearly critical across wider AHDB sectors the project has now been expanded into the Cereals, Dairy, Pork and Potato sectors.

25 February 2025

Dairy cow milking: milking routines

A good milking routine in a clean environment will help reduce the risk of mastitis spread in your herd. Read our recommendations for milking routine best practices.

3 June 2021

Dairy cow milking: teat cup liners

Teat cup liners are the only part of the milking plant that come into contact with the cow. Find out why liner condition is critical in mastitis control and for efficient milking.

3 June 2021

Dairy cow milking: milking machine maintenance

Read why maintenance is critical and learn what checks to carry out to ensure it’s in good working order.

24 June 2026

Dairy cow milking: process and machinery 

Milking machinery and routines have a major impact on the spread of mastitis on your farm. Read our best practice guides to keeping milking equipment and processes safe and hygienic.

3 June 2021

Dairy cows: post-milking teat disinfection

Post-milking teat disinfection isn’t just an essential part of a good milking routine – it’s critical to controlling contagious mastitis. Read our tips for the best possible results. 