Displaying items by tag: animal health

Thursday, 06 February 2025 13:55

Balanced diets key to keeping cows in milk

Waikato dairy farmers are well-placed heading into the peak of summer, thanks to favourable growing conditions late last year that resulted in abundant onfarm feed reserves.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 06 February 2025 06:55

Insights from within the cow

smaXtec's bolus technology supports early detection of potential diseases, enabling preventive measures to improve herd health and reproductive outcomes.

Published in Farm Health
Wednesday, 05 February 2025 16:55

Innovation solutions for farmers

Blue Pacific Minerals is a well-established New Zealand-owned company based in the heart of the South Waikato, Tokoroa.

Published in Farm Health
Wednesday, 05 February 2025 15:55

AI tackles mastitis, helps lift profit

A rising somatic cell count (SCC) today can mean lower profits tomorrow.

Published in Farm Health
Wednesday, 05 February 2025 14:55

Why pelletised rations are good for cows

In the ever-evolving landscape of dairy farming, the quest for optimal nutrition is paramount.

Published in Farm Health
Tuesday, 04 February 2025 16:55

Latest beef genetics developments on show

Next month, the Beef Breeder Forum is set to give farmers an opportunity to hear about the latest developments in the beef industry.

Published in Farm Health

The Neogen World Angus Forum, a major event in global Angus beef industry, is set to return in 2025.

Published in Farm Health
Thursday, 30 January 2025 12:55

Animal welfare drives scientist’s research

Whatever an animal is raised for, it deserves a good life — and just as importantly, a “good death”.

Published in Farm Health
Friday, 24 January 2025 07:55

How to make perfect silage

Creating perfect silage is both a science and an art, and it all begins with the right tools, according to machinery maker Claas.

Published in Farm Health
Friday, 17 January 2025 07:55

NZ genetic engine version 6 launched

The rollout of the New Zealand Genetic Evaluation Version 6 is said to mark a step-change in the depth and breadth of genetic information available to both stud and commercial sheep breeders.

Published in Farm Health
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Too Lenient

OPINION: Reckless action by Greenpeace in 2024 forced Fonterra to shut down a drying plant for four hours, costing the co-op…

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OPINION: The global crusade against fossil fuel is gaining momentum in some regions.

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