ruminants

Lack of sunlight is a major problem for the dairy industry in the polar regions. The animals experience severe stress, which affects their mood, disturbs the immune system and impairs fertility, the scientists stated. Photo: Wikimedia

25-09-2019 | Article

Russia: ‘Polar Twilight’ diet for dairy cows

It was shown that microalgae can be used as a protein source for lactating dairy cows. Photo: Ronald Hissink

22-07-2019 | Article

Microalgae: Suitable protein for cows

Photo: Henk Riswick

24-06-2019 | News

Dietary manipulation for less methane output

Photo: Dreamstime

03-04-2019 | News

Feeding field beans: Watch the milk quality

Photo: Mark Pasveer

06-03-2019 | News

What determines the bite mass of cows?

Internationally we see a trend in using less GMO ingredients and the effect of dairy farming on the environment (greenhouse gas emissions). Photo: Michel Velderman

04-03-2019 | Article

Nutrition (models) for better cow health

Photo: Van Assendelft Fotografie

25-02-2019 | Article

Mycotoxins: Cows are not fully protected

Exploring the rumen

14-12-2018 | Article

Exploring the rumen

Photo: RBI

26-11-2018 | Article

NIRS to better measure nutrients in pasture