ruminants

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

Pre- and post-harvest approaches are 2 strategies to reduce the negative impact of mycotoxins in dairy industry. Photo: Anne van der Woude

02-05-2022 | Article

Making better mycotoxin decisions in dairy farming

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

Fresh grass can produce insoluble ammonium salts with magnesium, significantly reducing Mg-bioavailability (Blood Mg <2mg/100ml). Photo: Shutterstock

07-03-2022 | Expert opinion

Controlling metabolic diseases via balanced rations

Photo: Mark Pasveer

07-03-2022 | News

Mycotoxins in feed threaten cow health and milk yields

Researchers set out to determine if the amla fruit, or Indian gooseberries, can be used as an alternative natural feed source in lactating dairy cows. Photo: sarangib

02-12-2021 | News

Amla fruit a potential feed source for dairy cows