ruminants

Steps should be taken to prevent dirty or spoiled feed or manure runoff getting into the feed alley. Photo: Clayton Stoffel

02-01 | Article

Battling clostridium in the dairy cow

"Nitrogen is a major issue in cattle and other ruminants. So yes, we are also working on that," says Julien Martin. Photo: Canva

28-12-2022 | Interview

“Bovaer is a game changer for dairy farming”

Photo: Canva

15-12-2022 | In-depth

Enhancing rumen health with water-soluble carbohydrates

It is critical to monitor the nutritional needs during each stage of transition; far-off dry cows, close-up dry cows, and fresh dairy cows. Photo: Koos Groenewold

12-12-2022 | Article

Dairy feed management during the transition period

Research shows that pelleting the feed increases protein utilisation and amino acid absorption. Photo: Ronald Hissink

09-12-2022 | Article

Effects of feed processing on ruminant feed quality and utilisation

Feed has the potential to influence up to 80% of a farm’s carbon footprint. Photo: Koos Groenewold

14-09-2022 | Article

Reducing ruminants’ environmental footprint

Researchers say that choice of grazing system, coupled with efficient manure management, could significantly reduce the environmental impact of milk production in the UK. Photo: Herbert Wiggerman

22-07-2022 | Article

New feeds and feeding systems for forage-fed ruminant livestock

Hoof infections are more common where pastures are on underlying clay than in sandy, chalky, or limestone areas. Constantly wet hooves become soft and more easily damaged. Photo: Canva

11-04-2022 | Article

7 nutritional tips to control lameness