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Agronomy for EFA Herb and Legume Rich Swards

A new option under the Greening changes for 2026 includes establishing and managing herb and legume rich pastures. This article will explore the benefits of herb and legume rich pastures…

Setting up a New Grass Ley for Success

Management of a grass ley in its first year will dictate the persistence and yield potential of that sward in future years. It can take a new ley at least one year to establish properly…

The Journey of a Soil Sample

This publication focuses on one of the five key elements of the whole farm plan – soil analysis – and aims to explain the soil analysis procedures that take place…

Automated Milking Systems

Labour shortages are leading to an increase in the number of producers turning to Automated Milking Systems (AMS) to reduce the long and often anti-social hours associated with milking twice…

Biodiversity Audits for Whole Farm Plan

A biodiversity audit is applicable to all businesses under the Whole Farm Plan. For 2026, 2 out of the 5 Whole Farm plan items are required. If you are looking…

The Value of the Cull Cow to Dairy Businesses – Is She Covering Her Costs?

With milk margins under pressure and beef prices remaining strong, every cow must justify her place in the herd. Animals that are infertile, underperforming, or carrying recurring health issues can…

Too Much of a Good Thing? Copper Oversupply in Dairy Herds

Trace minerals are essential for reproductive performance, immunity, and productivity in dairy herds. They play a key role in maintaining enzyme systems and immune defences. Traditionally, mineral supplementation strategies have focused on preventing deficiencies whilst accounting for interactions that may reduce absorption. However, this approach alongside…