Solutions

Constant use of antibiotics and the repetitive cases of severe udder health challenges have prompted a change in practice. Sheryl Haitana reports.

Driving down fertiliser use through applying it in a foliar slurry has shown good results for an Irish farm  and was highlighted at a recent field day.

The window for facial eczema is often misconstrued. With El Nino conditions forecast to last well into the end of autumn this year, hot dry conditions followed by warm rain, could see increases in fungal growth and spore production be a risk over an extended period.

With strong cool season growth and year-round yields, hybrid ryegrass Frenzy's fast establishment makes it ideally suited for stitching into old or run-out pastures or it can serve as a short term (two-three years) option in specialist pastures.

Tru-Test Active Tag monitors animal behaviour 24/7, saving time, reducing stress, and improving your herd.

Having good teat care practices and selecting the most appropriate teat spray for the herd is crucial in the control and prevention of mastitis.

Everything about the Manta Italian ryegrass highlights significant improvements farmers should see almost straight away, Agricom says.

Ozonated water treatment kills 99.9% of bacteria and has no consumables as it’s a natural purifier so it’s a win-win for dairy farmers. Sheryl Haitana reports.

With the change of season, look at upgrading your liners.