51AVÊÓÆµ

Getting the mineral balance right for dairy cows

With most dairy farms in the UK over-supplementing diets with at least one mineral, understanding the mineral requirement at each stage of production is important for productivity, efficiency and the environment

clock • 4 min read
An imbalance of minerals can impact production.
Image:

An imbalance of minerals can impact production.

Dr Annie Williams, independent mineral consultant and business development manager at the Centre for Innovation Excellence in Livestock, says over-supplementation in the UK's dairy industry is a key issue...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

Ìý

More on Dairy

What does a future in dairy farming look like in Australia?

What does a future in dairy farming look like in Australia?

A young dairy farmer has big plans to further commercialise the family farm by improving cow breeding and diversifying into agritourism

clock 08 April 2026 • 4 min read
How one dairy farm in North Yorkshire tackled mastitis with more space

How one dairy farm in North Yorkshire tackled mastitis with more space

A focus on improving cow space and comfort, has helped the Pattinson family reduce clinical mastitis cases on-farm

clock 07 April 2026 • 4 min read
Roger Evans:  "A conversation about JCBs can be quite disconcerting"

Roger Evans: "A conversation about JCBs can be quite disconcerting"

This month, Roger Evans talks about visiting Scotland, his car journeys there and some highlights from his various holidays there

clock 05 April 2026 • 3 min read