Exploring how sensor technology can be used in intensive poultry systems
13 August 2019
1 Summary
A Welsh poultry farm took part in a project run through Farming Connect Focus Farms. The holding is currently farmed by husband and wife duo, along with their son. In addition to the beef...
FC - Issue 22
Below is the 22nd issue of Farming Connect’s technical publication for farmers and foresters in Wales.
Published bi-monthly, it includes easy to digest facts and figures about a range of technical matters, along with the latest information and research from our...
It’s a gut feeling: A healthy rumen is a healthy ruminant
1 August 2019
Dr Cate Williams: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Nutrition is a key part of any ruminant production business, but the animal also needs to be equipped with a diverse and healthy rumen microbiome to allow them to make...
How low can you go? The importance of protein in the dairy cow diet
31 July 2019
Dr Cate Williams: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- The modern dairy cow’s nutritional requirements are highly complex due to the microbial population of the rumen and the demand for efficient and high-yielding animals.
- Protein is an essential...
Cut your losses: Maximising the benefits of a nutrient management plan
31 July 2019
Dr Peter Wootton-Beard RNutr: IBERS, Aberystwyth University.
- Effective nutrient management is an increasingly important operational process, needed for both economic and environmental reasons.
- A comprehensive plan, with close attention to detail is required to...
