Reports of autumn grass staggers in freshly calved cows and white muscle disease in calves highlight the importance of checking forage quality and ensuring livestock receive…
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Dr Kat Baxter-Smith, veterinary advisor at MSD Animal Health, said farmers looking to improve calf health should look beyond what happens after calving, with transition cow…
Wynnstay unveiled its new “Heifer To Herd” concept at UK Dairy Day 2026, showcasing the latest advances in calf and heifer nutrition designed to help dairy…
Nettex has launched NovaGuard Calf, a new prebiotic and postbiotic liquid formulated to support calf gut health, natural immune function and growth during the milk-feeding period.…
More farmers are checking the quality of colostrum they feed to calves, with new survey findings highlighting growing awareness of the role colostrum plays in supporting…
New screening data has highlighted the importance of protecting calves against bovine coronavirus as part of a wider strategy to prevent bovine respiratory disease (BRD). Analysis…
Bovine TB expert and AHDB lead veterinary science expert, Sarah Tomlinson has been named Dairy Industry Woman of the Year 2026, beating off stiff competition from…
Additional flexibility in dairy herd nutrition will be needed in the upcoming season, as grass and silage quality, silage stocks and dairy cow nutritional requirements may…
Recent research by Zoetis UK into beef farmers thoughts on clostridial diseases, revealed that 38 % of those questioned were not vaccinating. This is despite the…
Livestock farmers are being urged to take stock of forage supplies and start planning winter rations now, as continued dry weather raises concerns over forage availability…
