Study into cow-with-calf innovative dairy system
The potential benefits of an innovative “cow-with-calf” dairy system will be assessed in a new study.
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‘New projects brighten up dark January days’
It’s a time of year I usually struggle with, which I willingly share in these pages because I’m keenly aware it is a feeling experienced by many, particularly in the farming community.
Scottish dairy farming industry loses 27 herds
More than 25 dairy farmers left the industry north of the border in 2019, according to the Scottish Dairy Cattle Association (SDCA).
Dairy farmers on brink of plant breakthrough
A group of north-east dairy farmers are on the brink of securing their futures this week as they attempt to nail down the final details of a milk processing plant in Aberdeenshire.
Farmers urged to use selective dry cow therapy
Dairy farmers are being encouraged to move away from blanket treating cows with antibiotics at drying off in a bid to save money and reduce antibiotic use.
Muller offering 1p premium to end euthanasia
Muller is to offer its farmer suppliers a 1p per litre premium if they commit to ending the practice of euthanising healthy bull calves.
SPONSORED: The big milk brand keeping it in the family
As a 10-year-old boy dangling his legs over the side of his father’s pony trap as they went about their morning deliveries, Robert Graham could scarcely have believed his family’s business would grow to become one of Scotland’s biggest brands.
Holstein winner is given nod for SuperCow title
The elite show of 90 dairy cattle at AgriScot competed for the biggest prize pot in Scotland of £25,000.
Milk buyer to create emissions database
One of the main milk buyers in the UK has announced plans to create a massive database to help farmers reduce their carbon emissions.
Muller deals blow to Aberdeenshire dairy farmers
Muller has served termination notices to 14 of its 26 Aberdeenshire dairy farmer suppliers.
Dairy farmers in bold bid to buy local creamery
A group of Scottish dairy farmers has launched a crowdfunding campaign to save Campbeltown Creamery.
Increasing milk surplus prompts Muller review
The main milk buyer in the north and north-east has announced a review of its operations amid concerns of a growing milk surplus in Scotland.
Dairy giant Muller confirms closure of its Aberdeen depot
Dairy giant Muller has confirmed the closure of its Aberdeen depot with the potential loss of 45 jobs.
Nicola Sturgeon pledges support for Muller workers at risk from Aberdeen depot closure proposal
Nicola Sturgeon has said the "right support” will be provided to workers at risk from the proposed closure of Muller’s Aberdeen distribution depot.
Muller depot closure plan puts 50 Aberdeen jobs at risk
Dairy giant Muller has announced plans to close its Aberdeen distribution depot putting 50 jobs at risk.
Project aims to boost dairy-beef productivity
A new £1 million project aims to boost production efficiency in the UK’s dairy-beef sector.
Dairy advertising campaign hailed a success
A joint industry campaign to boost sales of dairy products among young parents has been hailed a success.
No-deal Brexit ‘would be best thing’ for dairy business
The chairman of Scotland’s largest independent dairy remains undeterred – optimistic even – about the prospect of a no-deal Brexit. Gemma Mackenzie finds out more
Morrisons announces dairy calves supply deal
Morrisons has announced a supply agreement for dairy bull calves with Arla.
AgriScot duo to find the cream of dairy farms
The first two men to chair the AgriScot event have been invited to judge this year’s Scottish Dairy Farm of the Year award.
First Milk undeterred as pre-tax profits show dip
First Milk has hailed “significant year-on-year progress” despite a dip in pre-tax profits.
Summer could be right time to shed our Jerseys
It’s hard to believe we are almost into week three of the school holidays already.
Dairy herd numbers go down, but sizes increase
The number of dairy herds in Scotland continues to decline.
Dairy farmers urged to enter key discussion
NFU Scotland (NFUS) is hosting a series of dairy farmer meetings next week ahead of the launch of a government consultation into the future of milk contracts.
Dairy delivers limited edition bottles
Graham’s The Family Dairy is launching a limited edition glass milk bottle to commemorate its 80th year in business.
For happiness add dairy to your food, says AHDB
Eating dairy products makes people happy, claims AHDB.
Full-fat excitement froths over milk vending machine arrival
We are all very excited – the vending machine has arrived! We are now eagerly awaiting delivery of our branded glass bottles.
Dairy firm vows to become zero carbon group
Dairy giant Arla has announced ambitious plans to become a carbon net zero company by 2050.
Production and biodiversity ‘can work together’
Production gains in agriculture can be achieved without causing damage to farmland wildlife, according to Scottish researchers.
Number of Scottish dairy herds still declining
The number of dairy herds in Scotland continues to decline.
Dairy farmers ‘must be ready for rise of vegans’
Alarm bells over the threats to the global milk industry from the rise in veganism and animal welfare activism rang out repeatedly during two full days at the Semex dairy conference in Glasgow.
£1m study into dairy herd lameness
Scottish researchers are leading a £1 million study to find out the causes of lameness in dairy cows.