IN a series of investigations on dry-matter intake and fæces output of ewes, at different feed-levels, it was observed that a particular fraction of the fæces, readily dissolved by treatment with ...

Maintaining fresh-cow dry matter intake is one of the secrets to keeping cows healthy and productive throughout lactation, writes independent ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy Management of dry cows ...

IN the course of some experiments with beef cattle, swedes and grass silage were fed, and it was observed that the appetite of the cattle, in terms of daily intake of dry matter, appeared to be ...

With cows edging towards peak milk production, farmers need to ensure the herd is meeting its energy requirements.

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The first half of 2026 looks like being a difficult period for milk price and as a result, optimising milk quantity and quality is a must. Maintaining fresh-cow dry matter intake is one of the secrets ...

Timmy and Gail McAuley milk 110 cows with Timmy’s father Shaun and his uncle Robert close to Ballymoney in Co Antrim.