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A new test is in the final stages of development to identify calf immunity levels, in the hope of reducing antibiotic use within the calf rearing system.

As it opened its new £20 million creamery investment in Cumbria, Alex Black spoke to First Milk chief executive Shelagh Hancock about the impact of the upgrade

Improving herd efficiency has helped a dairy farm to reduce its carbon emissions from milk production to below the national average. Debbie James reports.

The recommendations for cattle foot care and treatment have changed significantly over the past couple of decades as research continues to advance the development of best practice techniques. Wendy Short reports.

The dairy said it was looking to adapt and ‘show industry leadership’ by providing greater levels of ‘certainty, stability and transparency’

Beef bred calves from the dairy herd make up a large proportion of the UK’s beef industry, but how can farmers use improved genetics to maximise their value.

An investigation is under way after more than 100 dairy cows died at a Jersey farm within a matter of days.

As new record high temperatures are set in the UK, more dairy farms are installing ventilation fans to protect cow health and milk production.Ìý

An upgrade of the robotic milking management programme on the four robots used to milk Richard Warren’s 245-cow herd has led to improvements in cow health and performance. Wendy Short reports.

Pork and gammon could be the winner from switches away from traditional turkey while those looking for showstoppers may look to beef and lamb joints