Opinion on the Welfare of the Dairy Cow
A report by the Farm Animal Welfare Council (FAWC) entitled, 'Opinion on the Welfare of the Dairy Cow' has said that improvements to the welfare of dairy cows have been made - but more could be done.

Maximising the Benefits of Weed Control in Grass and Forage Crops
A new leaflet by DairyCo and EBLEX highlights the main reasons for concern over changes in herbicide/ pesticide availability and what can be done to prevent increased costs to farmers.

Make Sure Dry Cows Are Ready For Next Lactation
With lush green pastures a result of plenty of rain in some parts this summer, it is important for producers to ensure that dry cows aren't overconditioned. Bob James, Extension Dairy Scientist at Viginia Cooperative Extension looks at ways producers...

Prevent and Manage Silo Fires
David Hill, from Penn University looks at how silo fires can be prevented, and in the case of fire managed effectively to save some crop.

Automatic Milking: How Effective Is It?
They have been the topic of discussion for some time now, but as they become increasingly popular, Charlotte Johnston, TheCattleSite junior editor, looks at just how effective automatic milking machines are and evaluates their benefits.

Dairy Situation and Outlook - October 2009
In August 2009, milk production from 23 major dairy states decreased 0.2 per cent, writes Robert Tigner from University of Nebraska Extension.

Predicting Changes for Parasite and Vector Induced Animal Diseases
Climate change could have a major influence on animal health, both directly and indirectly, by affecting the parasites and vectors that spread diseases, according to Eric Hoberg, an Agricultural Research Service (ARS) zoologist at the Agricultural Research...

US Feed Outlook October 2009
Estimates for the production of maize, barley and oats have been increased, according to the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) Feed Outlook for October 2009.

Risks of Excess Nitrates
Excess nitrates in the rumen can lead to severe poisoning resulting in abortion, weight loss, greater susceptibility to infections and in severe conditions, death. Barry Yaremico, beef and forage specialist for the Government of Alberta looks at the causes...

Animal Waste to Energy in Denmark
For the Danish agriculture sector, the production of biogas through anaerobic digestion is more than just a means of producing cheap renewable energy, writes TheCattleSite senior editor, Chris Harris.

Farm Overview: Tim Gibson, Hunters Hill Farm, UK
TheCattleSite article Automatic Milking: How Effective Is It? looks at the benefits of automatic milking machines. Junior editor,...

Farm Overview: John Wolf, Maple Lawn Farm, New York, US
TheCattleSite article Automatic Milking: How Effective Is It? looks at the benefits of automatic milking machines. Junior editor,...

Farm Overview: Doug Heintz, Heintz Badger Valley Farm, Minnesota, US
TheCattleSite article Automatic Milking: How Effective Is It? looks at the benefits of automatic milking machines. Junior editor,...

Farm Overview: Max Warren, The Robotic Dairy, Victoria, Australia
TheCattleSite article Automatic Milking: How Effective Is It? looks at the benefits of automatic milking machines. Junior editor,...

Mixed Fortunes of the French Industry on Show
A report from SPACE 2009 on the highs and lows of France's livestock sectors by Stuart Lumb for TheCattleSite.