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With global tensions showing no sign of easing, commodity markets remain volatile. There are still freight issues around the Red Sea/Suez Canal with vessels being attacked. This has forced a large number of vessels to…

We offer some practical tips and pointers on optimising rumen function to make the most of this year’s ‘challenging’ silages, and to maximise intakes and cow performance Driving rumen efficiency will be key to making…

Energise every visit to the robot A molasses blend designed for use in robotic milking systems to help drive visit frequency and increase milk yields, has been launched by ED&F Man. Developed in conjunction with…

We offer some practical tips and pointers on balancing this year’s ‘challenging’ silages, particularly when it comes to supporting rumen function and driving intakes. As cows begin the transition to full winter rations, it’s vital…

Feed remains the biggest single cost of milk production and also accounts for up to 70% of the carbon footprint of every litre produced. So improving ration precision is key to profitability and sustainability.

With global tensions showing no sign of easing commodity markets remain volatile. There are still freight issues around the Red Sea/Suez Canal with vessels still being attacked. This has forced a large number of vessels to take the longer route around the Cape of Good Hope adding time and costs to ocean freight.

Challenged to increase efficiency of production to help offset the current squeeze on margins while looking to improve sustainability of production, milk producers should look to make full use of available science rather than waiting for new developments, according to speakers at the British Society of Animal Science conference.

We have seen strong demand for molasses based liquid feeds on farm over the winter as livestock farmers have sought to get the most from poor quality silage and adapt rations to improve margins on the back of the milk price falling.

The wet weather will delay turnout across the country and silage stocks will start to run low, by incorporating a proportion of straw and molasses in the diet this will be an effective way to eke out silage stocks.

Straw and molasses will help extend silage stocks minimising the consequences of any delay to turnout. Due to the continued wet weather, the prospects for turnout are not encouraging meaning many farms are unable to graze effectively, putting pressure on silage stocks.