ruminants

Rumen modifiers can improve feed efficiency and reduce rumen methane production with less risk of decreased milk or milk fat production. Photo: Anne van der Woude

08-12-2023 | Article

Application of rumen modifiers in dairy cow nutrition

Humic acid is an organic acid commonly used in ruminants’ diet as a feed supplement with various beneficial effects. Photo: Hans Banus

13-11-2023 | In-depth

Humic acid as a natural organic supplement for ruminants

The beef cattle sector is adapting to the situation through alternative feeds. Photo: Government of Saskatchewan

25-10-2023 | In-depth

Drought in Canadian Prairies urges beef farmers to seek feed alternatives

Early-life nutrition has essential impacts on health, welfare, and production performance of dairy goats and their offspring. Photo: Canva

23-10-2023 | Article

Early-life nutrition for rearing young goats

It is shown that baicalin supplementation decreases the days and the occurrence of diarrhoea during the pre-weaning period of calves. Photo: Lex Salverda

25-09-2023 | In-depth

Flavonoid baicalin improves the growth and health of pre-weaned calves

Photo: Canva

25-09-2023 | News

Microalgae digested by insects boost dairy cows’ immunity

The study shows that supplementing phytase in dairy cows has potential as an approach for reducing faecal excretion. Photo: Anne van der Woude

01-09-2023 | Article

Benefits of biosynthetic bacterial 6-phytase in dairy cows

In the vast majority of cases, home-grown feed is cheaper than imported or bought-in feeds. Photo: Mark Pasveer

11-08-2023 | In-depth

Feed factors to maximise milk income

The cows feeding in Utah at the feeding gate. Photo: Aage Krogsdam

02-08-2023 | Article

Exclusive visit to the Utah valley’s largest farms

Nutrition during pre-calving period impacts both dairy cow and calf. Photo: Roel Dijkstra

02-08-2023 | Article

5 tips to improve calf health through pre-calving nutrition