Wheat curbs methane and fat: dairy study
Feeding dairy cows a high proportion of wheat can substantially mitigate methane, but lowers milk fat concentration, according to Victorian research.
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Fodder beet research reinforces portion control is key
New research into fodder beet shows the crop can be a key part of dairy farm systems – but should make up no more than 30 percent of lactating cows’ diet and 60 percent for non-lactating cows.
Whey/water flux could cut energy bills: study
Waste whey from cheesemaking could offer a way to reduce power use during milk powder processing.
Step mum study aims for better heifer health
Could having a step mum lead to a less-stressed life for dairy calves?
Drought and dairy: the case for water-smarts
How is dairying coping with drought? What water-smarts are they adopting?
Advancing the position of farmers
A new Nuffield research report has put the spotlight on how different agricultural groups from around the world are structured and represented in order to advance the position of farmers on a political, social and economic stage.
Soil specialists to help Otway and Heytesbury dairy farms
A new project on six Heytesbury and Otway dairy farms will bring in leading soil specialists to help farmers improve their soil, plant and animal health.
Oakley Henry heading to UK
Oakley Henry from Wilara Holsteins in Gippsland Victoria is preparing to head off to the UK for the Holstein Australia Youth UK Exchange in September (2019) following the withdrawal of WA’s Tahlia McSwain from the 2019 program.
Dairy industry receives boost with $25 million sustainable innovation programme
A new $25.68 million innovation programme for New Zealand’s dairy industry will drive improvements in the health and wellbeing of the national dairy herd and a step-change in sustainable milk production.
Fresh insights for young dairy professionals
Two south-west Victorian dairy farmers gained fresh insights into how their New Zealand counterparts are tackling production and environmental issues during a study tour.
Dairy wins in Indonesia-Australia trade deal
All remaining tariffs on dairy exports into Indonesia will eventually be scrapped as part of a new economic partnership agreement signed by Trade Minister Simon Birmingham.
Dairy farmers workshop – feedpads, freestalls and barns
Agriculture Victoria is hosting a two-day workshop with industry experts and dairy farmers discussing effective dairy infrastructure planning and development.