51AVÊÓÆµ

B vitamins in dairy cows: Why they matter more than you think

While often overlooked, B vitamins play a critical role in dairy nutrition and supporting high yielding cows

clock • 4 min read
Rumen-protected forms of B vitamins or injections are often advised for dairy cows to ensure adequate absorption.
Image:

Rumen-protected forms of B vitamins or injections are often advised for dairy cows to ensure adequate absorption.

Dairy nutrition has traditionally focused on vitamins A, D and E, but B vitamins are just as essential for supporting metabolism, milk production and reproductive performance. Vet and founder of G Shepherd...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

Ìý

More on Dairy

Dairy Talk: Ben Yates - "On the day we were doing our second cut, we reached 36degC in Somerset"

Dairy Talk: Ben Yates - "On the day we were doing our second cut, we reached 36degC in Somerset"

Ben Yates manages Mells Park Estate in Somerset, where he oversees a 400-cow unit and manages the 405-hectare (1,000-acre) estate. Along with his wife and two sons, Ben has his own small herd of pedigree Holsteins under the Wowcow prefix. He joined the Holstein UK Board of Trustees in 2021

clock 27 August 2026 • 3 min read
Have your say on the future of the Dairy Newsletter

Have your say on the future of the Dairy Newsletter

We're reviewing the Farmers Guardian Dairy Newsletter and want to hear from readers about the content, topics and insights they value most. Complete our short survey and help shape future editions.

clock 26 August 2026 • 1 min read
OPINION: Is the tide starting to turn on milk prices?

OPINION: Is the tide starting to turn on milk prices?

Katie Fallon
clock 26 August 2026 • 1 min read