Sarcina-associated bloat is a sudden, often fatal risk in young calves. Poor immunity, wet housing, inconsistent feeding, and hygiene lapses disrupt digestion, allowing gas to build rapidly. Prevention starts with colostrum, dry bedding, and consistent, controlled feeding and calf resilience.

Turning autumn-born calves out to grass for the first time sets the tone for the grazing season. A gradual, well-managed introduction—using small areas, steady feeding, and calm weather—helps calves settle outdoors without stress and protects health and growth in early grazing.

February and March 2026 has brought unusually wet weather across the UK and Ireland, pushing humidity levels in calf sheds to new highs. Wet air means wetter beds, damp boots, and moisture-laden equipment. With little natural drying from sun or wind, and poor airflow in closed sheds, the moisture builds up quickly, slowing evaporation and […]

During the first two to three months of life, calves undergo significant nutritional and gastrointestinal changes. Over this period, they transition from a purely liquid, milk-based diet to one based on concentrates and forages (Quigley et al., 2019). This early shift from simple gastric digestion to functional rumen digestion is essential for calf health and […]

All the questions and answers from Dairy-Tech 2024, from weaning to how to prevent bullying behaviour amongst your calves.

Mark your calendars — Dairy-Tech 2026 takes place on Wednesday 4th February at Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth. This event is tailored for progressive dairy professionals of all herd sizes and system types. It offers insights and tools to help your business stay informed, resilient, and efficient. Why Visit Dairy-Tech 2026? Dairy-Tech 2026 is your platform to […]

UK Dairy Day is the UK’s leading free-to-attend dairy event at The Telford International Centre in Telford, TF3 4JH on Wednesday 16th September 2026. UK Dairy Day is an event for anyone connected to the dairy industry UK Dairy Day is an event for anyone connected to the dairy industry providing an opportunity to network, share knowledge, learn and most importantly, do business. Visitor entry is free [...]

One of the most important dates in the UK dairy calendar, The Dairy Show is a must-attend event for dairy professionals. Join us on Wednesday 7 October at the Bath & West Showground, the West of England’s premier venue for agricultural and industry events.

Mark your calendars for AgriScot 2026! 18th November at the Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB. AgriScot, now widely regarded as one of the premier events in UK agriculture, hosts over 240 trade and exhibitor stands, seminars and workshops, dairy cattle classes, a beef technical demonstration and the AgriScot Farm Business Awards. Farmers, farm […]

The Royal Welsh Winter Fair 2026 will take place on Monday 30th November and Tuesday 1st December at the Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, Powys. LD2 3SY Enjoy two fun-filled days of competitions, festivities and Christmas shopping. There will be over 350 trade stands on offer throughout the showground and hundreds of competitions held throughout […]