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Dive into data to reduce mastitis cases
19th May 2023
Mastitis is a well-discussed topic in the dairy industry; however, it is still one of the biggest drivers behind antibiotic use in dairy herds, noting that there are large usage variations between farms. Udder health is key and some antibiotic use could be avoided or be better targeted if producers worked more closely with their vet to prevent mastitis.
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Temperature and humidity both play a role in thermal stress. Using the Temperature Humidity Index (THI) enables farmers to determine the level of summer stress on dairy cows. The Thermo Neutral Zone for dairy cows is 5-20°C, stress symptoms begin at a THI of 68; temperature of 24° and a relative humidity of 20%. With the UK average humidity over 70%, the heat stress threshold is reached at temperatures as low as 22°C.
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25th April 2023
The Morgan family have farmed at Trederwen Hall for three generations. Neil alongside his family, run an all-year-round calving herd of Holsteins, with a few Jersey cows, just outside of Welshpool, Powys. With a keen fourth generation chomping at the bit, Trederwen Hall have made some shift changes over the past 18 months to become more sustainable, working with their vet, geneticist, and feed advisor.
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