UK dairy industry ready for the future
Dairy UK today published “The White Paper 2012” – a report on the UK dairy industry. The report reveals:- 99% of people regularly consumed milk and dairy products (up from 96% in 2010). 96% regularly drank fresh milk (up from 94% in 2010) 95% regularly ate cheese (up from 90% in 2010). Liquid milk, cheese […]
New Dutch research supports the Alliance to Save Our Antibiotics
Dutch scientists have found much lower levels of antibiotic use and prevalence of MRSA on organic pig farms compared with non-organic pig farms. Their research indicates that 3% of organic pigs in the Netherlands are carrying livestock-associated MRSA, compared with 38% of non-organic pigs. This type of MRSA was first found in 2003 and is […]
Ask the cows what they want for supper
Barenbrug’s agricultural product manager David Long considers the findings and implications for livestock producers and grass breeders. “Selecting the correct grass variety is widely accepted as being of major importance because of its potential influence on both animal and sward productivity. However the majority of grass-testing protocols test the performance of pure varieties in small […]
Proposed merger announced between Milk Link and Arla Foods amba
The proposal will result in the full merger of Milk Link, the UK’s leading dairy farmer co-operative and Arla Foods amba, one of the largest and most successful European dairy co-operatives. It fulfils both co-operatives’ strategic priorities and will support their overall goal of providing their dairy farmer owners with a sustainable future. The merger […]
Animal disease research misses the human perspective say researchers
The interdisciplinary project, which was carried out as part of the UK Research Councils’ Rural Economy and Land Use Programme, examined three animal diseases: Foot and Mouth Disease, Avian Influenza and Cryptosporidiosis. The team found that although policy makers need up to date information in order to take timely decisions, putting the research into practice […]
Research reveals that grass-fed beef is better for people and the environment
One of the biggest global challenges is how to increase food security whilst reducing the environmental impacts of food production. Livestock – like cattle and sheep – produce high levels of methane as part of the process of digesting grass. This has led to suggestions that intensive production methods – where cattle are fed largely […]
Vinnie Jones is the new face of ‘make mine Milk’
Hollywood hardman Vinnie Jones has been unveiled as the latest celebrity to front the ‘make mine Milk’ campaign. The ex-international footballer, now just as famous for his no-nonsense appearances on the big screen, will be seen on the sides of thousands of buses from tomorrow under the headline ‘you know what’s good for you’. The […]
Milk Link June 2012 price update
It is with regret that the Milk Link Board has announced a reduction in its Member milk price of 1.5ppl from 1st of June. The decision reflects the significantly weaker returns being generated from the dairy ingredients and fresh liquid milk markets. Neil Kennedy, Milk Link Chief Executive commented, “Although our price cut is less […]
Mapping a brighter future for vets in the food chain
The VDC was established in January 2011 following a recommendation in Professor Lowe’s report ‘Unlocking Potential’ in 2009 that a development council be set up to guide the long-term development of veterinary services. The Council brought together representatives from across the whole food supply chain for the first time: veterinary surgeons, regulators, government, producers, processors, […]
