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Alltech 37+® analyses new and emerging mycotoxins
Over 50 mycotoxins can be tested for by the Alltech 37+ Laboratory
[DUNBOYNE, Ireland] New and emerging mycotoxins can now be analysed by the Alltech 37+® Laboratory. In total, five new mycotoxins have been added to the testing panel, bringing the total number of detectable mycotoxins to 54. These new additions further increase the… more
Feed costs for a typical 1.5 million litre dairy herd are colossal at around £230,000 per year, with research suggesting that as much as 25-45% of that feed is lost, or under-utilised, during the feed process. According to Bob Kendal, ruminant specialist at Alltech, preliminary results from the company's feed waste reduction and utilisation on-farm pilot study highlighted that feed waste could be… more
This year's UK Dairy Day attracted over 9,000 visitors, including farmers, exhibitors, trade and sponsors, according to organisers Holstein UK.
The New Product Competition, sponsored and judged by IDEXX, featured 12 innovative products launched into the market since last year's event. Taking top award the Winner prize card was DeLaval Evanza Milk Cluster, closely followed as Highly Commended was… more
Dairy farmers across the region can benefit from a pioneering advice service that aims to increase profit margins by a minimum of 1.2 pence per litre through reducing feed waste and optimising input utilisation.
Presenting at UK Dairy Day in Telford last month, Ian Leach, Alltech retail programmes lead, explained that results from the latest Alltech feed waste reduction and utilisation on-farm… more
A new advice service has been launched which aims to help dairy farmers cut feed waste while increasing profit margins by a minimum of 1.2p per litre.
Navigate, a free-to-access service launched by feed specialists Alltech, aims to support the dairy industry with higher business resilience.
It involves a two-hour on-farm assessment which looks at detail into the four key areas where feed… more
Feed costs for a typical 1.5 million litre dairy herd are colossal at around £230,000 per year, with research suggesting that as much as 2545% of that feed is lost, or underutilised, during the feed process.
According to Bob Kendal, ruminant specialist at Alltech, preliminary results from the company's feed waste reduction and utilisation on-farm pilot study highlighted that feed waste could … more
Dairy farmers across the UK can now benefit from Alltech Navigate, a new and pioneering advice service aiming to increase profit by more than 1.2p/L through reducing feed waste and optimising input utilisation.
Presenting at UK Dairy Day, Ian Leach, Alltech retail programmes lead, explained that the latest onfarm pilot study, which looked specifically at higher efficiency UK dairy herds, … more
A list of eight ways to improve feed efficiency on dairy units has been released following a series of on-farm trials. Alltech consultants piloted a free-of-charge farm efficiency consultancy programme on 50 commercial dairy farms.
Results from the farm trials found even farms in the top 25% for performance could save £216 a cow a year by cutting feed waste.
8 common factors that can prevent… more
Housing is a key aspect of most livestock farms and both its design and internal features can be the making or breaking of welfare and productivity. This year's Dairy Show (2 October) will feature a huge range of the latest research and technology on offer, helping all producers – whether dairy or beef –to make the most of their existing or new buildings.
The packed seminar programme has a … more
With farmers facing costly milk contract penalties for below target butterfat levels, supplementing grass with a total mixed ration (TMR) to prioritise rumen health could pay dividends, according to a leading expert.
Dr Helen Warren, Alltech European technical manager, says typically milk butterfat levels fluctuate the most during spring, but the problem often continues throughout the grazing… more
Farmers are being encouraged to keep a close eye on feed conversion efficiency (FCE) this winter, with just a 0.1 change in FCE affecting milk yields by as much as two litres per cow per day.
According to Louise Clarke, ruminant manager at Alltech, many herds are not achieving the target FCE, which is contributing to an overall under-utilisation of feed inputs, and ultimately lost profitability… more
Farmers should monitor feed conversion efficiency (FCE) this winter to maximise feed input and profitability.
A 0.1 change in FCE can affect milk yields by as much as two litres a cow a day, with cows that don’t achieve their target FCE contributing to an under-utilisation of feed inputs, and lost profits.
Calculating FCE
Dairy producers should be aiming for a minimum FCE of 1.5, but be aware… more
Producers are being urged to keep a close eye on feed conversion this winter, with just a 0.1 change affecting milk yields by as much as two litres per cow per day.
Alltech's Louise Clarke says that many herds are not achieving the minimum target for feed conversion efficiency (FCE) of 1.5 "And this is contributing to an overall under-utilisation of feed inputs and, ultimately, lost… more