ruminants

The study compared the rumen function and milk production of cows offered one of three dietary treatments: grass-only, grass-white clover and TMR ration. Photo: Van Assendelft Fotografie

14-04 | Research

Optimising dairy diets: Impact on milk production and rumen function

In terms of global challenges, Petersen highlights sustainability, labour shortages and food security. Photo: Jan Willem Schouten

21-03 | Interview

Feed efficiency & ruminants: Susan Petersen, Cargill, shares insights

Grasses belonging to the genus Pennisetum and whole crops such as sorghum are considered to be suitable feedstuffs for higher milk yield and milk fat content. Photo: Canva

03-03 | Article

Evaluating the potential of feedstuffs for dairy cattle in Southeast Asia

Can we do without livestock? A plea for a circular economy

24-02 | Article

Can we do without livestock? A plea for a circular economy

The US will see a 3% contraction in beef production due to a lower female infantry with fewer calves going through the system. Photo: Canva

18-02 | News

Global animal protein production outlook 2025: Seafood & poultry growth, beef & pork decline

Research has shown that there are many advantages to allowing cows to graze grass freely, including improved health and welfare. Photo: Canva

17-02 | Article

Grazing: Exploring dairy feed systems for optimal cow nutrition

Photo: Canva

09-01 | News

Halving carbon footprint of dairy diets while maintaining milk yields

The combined administration of sodium humate and glutamine effectively improves growth performance and reduces the incidence of diarrhoea. Photo: Ronald Hissink

30-12-2024 | Article

Combined benefits of sodium humate and glutamine in dairy calves

During hot weather cows must consume large volumes of water; however, with more water consumption comes greater excretion which could lead to a disbalance of minerals. Photo: Mark Pasveer

20-12-2024 | Article

Using nutrition to mitigate heat stress in ruminants

Jan Dijkstra, Wageningen UR. Photo: Koos Groenewold

13-12-2024 | Interview

Achieving methane targets: Feed additives indispensable