Preventing milk drop this winter
A hot, humid September coupled with variable silage quality means milk yields have taken a dive this autumn, with many farmers worried about the impact on milk cheques.
January 2024
Why our nutritionists lead the field
A team of our nutritionists recently returned from a visit to the Netherlands on a fact-finding mission to milk replacer specialists, Nukamel.
January 2024
Better dry cow nutrition to improve milk profits
Each stage of the dairy cow cycle affects the others. For example, over feeding stale cows is costly and is likely to cause numerous problems through the dry period and into the next lactation June 2023
Giving your calves the best possible start
The calves born today are your future dairy herd so any decisions made now will impact on your business and bottom line
May 2023
Protect herds from spring butterfat depression
As dairy herds are turned out for spring grazing, farmers should balance rumen function and energy demands to avoid butterfat depression and fertility issues.
March 2023
Manage calcium shortages with AHV Milk Start Tablet and Paste
There are options available to help manage mineral deficiencies, such as the AHV Milk Start range, exclusive to Mole Valley Farmers.
August 2022
Make the most of your milk income by improving ration efficiency
Despite increasing costs, unknown forage quality and extra restrictions from milk processors, an increasing milk price provides a great opportunity to get the most out of your milk contract this winter.
August 2022
Ambition Calf and OmniGen-AF Pellets and CalfStart Multistart prove perfect mix for rearing top-quality calves
CalfStart Multistart milk replacer and Ambition Calf are proving the perfect combination for Ann Harper who rears around 125 dairy cross calves a year.
July 2022
Putting our farmers on the map
Over the next twelve months what are your aims for milk yield and purchased feed use?
June 2022
How calving at 24 months can lower feed costs and your carbon footprint
Hitting a target age at first calving of 24 months has the potential to save you money and lower the environmental impact of heifer rearing by around 20%, whilst also delivering milk yield benefits.
May 2022