New Zealand's a2 Milk to double down on China after profit plunges 80%
10:28 | 28/08/2021
New Zealand's a2 Milk is warning of continuing uncertainty in supply chains and growth in its top market China, and said it plans to double down on the world's most populous country after it reported a near 80% plunge in profit.
Research explains why cool cows can provide more milk
15:13 | 07/08/2021
With increasing global temperatures, dairy cattle face heat stress more frequently throughout the year than in the past. Thanks to cooling technology, dairy cattle can enjoy a better quality of life, but farmers and consumers may wonder if cattle comfort results in more milk.
Lameness could cost dairy farmers up to £13,600 a year in decreased milk yield
20:34 | 13/07/2021
Early detection is key for dairy farmers to stay on top of lameness cases and prevent the impact being seen in the bulk tank, particularly those milking on a robotic system.
The UK's dairy exporters go online to remain cream of the crop
15:03 | 17/06/2021
A virtual meet the buyer event has helped UK dairy businesses continue to unlock potential export opportunities in Asia.
Dairy beef trial to reveal eating quality potential
20:54 | 25/05/2021
Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is investigating the potential of creating a viable dairy beef supply chain to add substantial value to dairy steers commonly sold into lower value markets.
Weekly beef and dairy digest: US beef sales and exports slide again
21:56 | 14/05/2021
US beef sales are faltering from last month, while the dairy sector holds steady at the start of May.
New Zealand’s Synlait Milk CEO to step down amid economic uncertainty
21:10 | 12/04/2021
Synlait Milk Ltd says that its chief executive, Leon Clement, will step down at the end of April and that the company’s co-founder would take an interim leadership role.
New Zealand's Fonterra completes sale of two China farms
22:10 | 09/04/2021
Fonterra has completed the sale of its two wholly owned China farming hubs in Ying and Yutian.
UK's MilkSure training programme hands over administration to the BCVA
20:17 | 24/02/2021
The BCVA says that changes to the scheme will make it more accessible for dairy farmers and vets.
USDA Ag Outlook Forum: US dairy industry still facing uncertainties
21:02 | 22/02/2021
The US dairy sector entered 2021 still in flux following the unprecedented disruptions brought about by COVID-19 in 2020, USDA said Friday in its closely watched annual Ag Outlook Forum.
