Machine learning aids insights into cows’ sleep
Just like humans, our dairy cows need their sleep; but AgResearch scientists have had to get innovative with new technologies to better understand the quality of shut-eye the animals are getting.
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Science takes guesswork out of cheese production and reduces waste
Making cheese leaves a lot to chance as a batch could be ripened for months or even years before a problem is discovered, which could send a prized batch of cheddar to be sold off cheap as an ingredient for processed cheese.
New blood for dairying
Damian Murphy wanted to know which countries are leading the way in young farmer financing and what we need to change to do it better in Australia.
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.
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.