Author: Dr. Adam Lock, Michigan State University
It is not uncommon to see a butterfat drop of up to 0.5% over the spring–summer period in grazing dairy cows. This can occur in the absence of significant signs of acidosis and lameness, so, over the last number of years, we have begun to examine the relationship between the cow's diet, how it...
P.D. and B.S. Lawrence of Holme Farm in Cumbria farm approximately 300 acres of predominantly low-lying land at sea level. The herd, made up of 225 Holsteins and 220 followers, is managed by brothers Michael, Richard and Bob along with their parents David and Brenda. The Lawrence’s run an intensive system, averaging 11,420-litres with 4.05%...
Turbulent weather across Europe, including drought, throughout the 2021 growing season has directly impacted the presence of moulds and mycotoxins in forages. Uncover the true threat mycotoxins pose to animals and producers....
Throughout the 2021 growing season, turbulent weather across Europe has directly impacted the presence of moulds and mycotoxins in forages. Mycotoxins are produced by certain species of moulds and are a concern for livestock producers due to their influence on feed and forage quality and subsequent animal health and performance.
The 2021...