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Rearing heifers correctly is in the best interest of dairy farmers, directly affecting the future performance of the herd. So how can producers get it right? Ruth Wills reports.

John Rossiter on record breaking sales.

Rumen development has a huge impact on age of first calving, and ultimately on the financial performance of a farm business. Dairy Farmer reports.

The British Grassland Society’s annual summer meeting took place in Northern Ireland recently, with delegates visiting farms and research facilities. Richard Halleron reports.

Mixed swards can play a crucial role in helping livestock farmers counter the effects of drier, warmer summers and can help reduce the volume of inputs, but they also require careful management. Jonathan Wheeler reports.

Four electric chainsaws put to the test

Regenerative farmers think differently, says Gabe Brown – and their minds, farms, and pockets, are often happier for it. He talks to Jez Fredenburgh about the importance of mindset. Ìý

Strategic use of anticoccidial treatments

A Leicestershire farm which generates 85% of its power requirements from a wind turbine has recently been announced as winner of a sustainability award. Jonathan Wheeler reports.