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On this page you'll find a selection of articles which have been published in CowManagement over the past few months.
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Initiative offers a foot on the dairying ladder (Oct 24)
Share milking partnerships take wannabe producers a step closer to owning and running their own herd. We find out more about how it works...
Take steps to increase cow lying times (Oct 24)
Mobility survey underlines that a focus on cow comfort, particularly cubicle dimensions and bedding, is key to supporting good mobility....
Tips to hit time-critical age-at-first-calving targets (Oct 24)
Creating a bespoke report to analyse heifer replacement KPIs is helping to focus producers’ minds on rearing during the post-weaning...
Ease the squeeze and create a breeze (Oct 24)
What are the housing ‘pinch points’ that producers could and should be tackling, particularly with the next round of DEFRA grant funding...
Genomics supports improved breeding and sustainability (Oct 24)
Harnessing data to support better breeding decisions has seen one Cumbria-based herd jump up the PLI ranking and improve overall herd...
Take a dive into dairying
TotalDairy Conference 2024 is set to share the latest research and information focusing on this year’s theme: ‘Building resilience: for...
Practical approach turns ‘what’ into ‘how’ (Sept 24)
A recent project highlighted producers’ preferred learning styles and the secrets to engagement successes when it comes to maximising...
Mindset change key to improving mobility (Sept 24)
Changing how the task of mobility scoring is viewed by producers will open up opportunities to improve foot health and reduce lameness...
Fine-tune supplementation in dry-cow diets (Sept 24)
Correctly balancing trace nutrients in transition-cow rations will help to reduce stress and improve cow health and performance when they...
Packed programme wowed sell-out conference crowd (Sept 24)
This year’s National Youngstock Conference offered a new venue, fresh and innovative presentations and plenty of practical take-home...
Initiative fuels drive towards sustainable dairying (Sept 24)
A tool that demonstrates UK supply chain’s progress towards net zero is yielding positive results and underlines the sector’s commitment...
Study prompted return to ancient practices (Sept 24)
Applying biodynamic farming principles to herd and unit management is bringing myriad benefits to one Nuffield Scholar’s dairy business....
Building firm foundations for dairy business success
TotalDairy Conference 2024 attendees will take a deep dive into the merits of good breeding strategies when it comes to building dairy...
Dig deep into data to build a better business
We profile another keynote speaker whose presentations and workshops will be eagerly anticipated by delegates, keen to learn how to...
Building a sustainable business for the next generation (July/Aug 24)
One of latest herds to join AHDB’s Strategic Dairy Farm programme is reviewing its grassland management in a bid to further improve milk...
Bolstering immunity supports calf-pneumonia management (July/Aug 24)
Reviewing calf rearing and management protocols, including vaccination policies and lung scanning, has reduced the impact of pneumonia...
Recycling waste cuts costs and emissions (July/Aug 24)
Containerised anaerobic digestion plants offer an affordable option for producers looking to generate biogas from herd waste and cut...
Low noise, less stress and no mess (July/Aug 24)
Milking is a well-oiled operation for one large Devon-based herd, since the installation of a new rotary parlour. Cow flow has improved,...
Weather prompts changes to worming strategies (July/Aug 24)
This year’s wet weather has thrown worm control plans into confusion, making monitoring stock even more crucial. We spoke to a vet to...
Productivity gains from short-term leys (July/Aug 24)
Sowing grass immediately after maize has helped one West Sussex-based producer to increase overall forage output, as well as make...
Cross breeding ‘ticks all the boxes’ (June 24)
One Northern Ireland-based producer’s British Friesians are meeting both his and other pedigree and commercial herds’ needs. We find out...
Act now to prevent pest invasion (June 24)
Increased rodent activity is expected this year due to the recent usually warm and wet conditions. So how can producers reduce the risk...
Maintaining milk quality at grazing boosts margins (June 24)
Supporting butterfat production at grazing, by adding a rumen conditioner to summer buffer rations, improves milk quality and meets...
Parasite watch (May 24)
Adapt your grazing plans Grazing management is a key component of parasite control, but waterlogged and flooded fields this spring may...
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