Automated milking systems are recognised as a more humane solution for both cows and farmers – but they take some getting used to ...

The goal is not to replace farmers, but to give them tools that improve animal welfare and make farms more profitable.

John and Micheál O'Callaghan are milking 160 pure bred pedigree Holsteins Friesians in Mourneabbey, Mallow, Co. Cork.

George van Vlaanderen used to spend hours each day moving fences so his dairy goats could graze on fresh forage. Now an app does the job. Van Vlaanderen, who makes cheese and kefir at Does’ Leap Farm ...

The future of pharmaceuticals in cattle production stands at a critical juncture, according to Dr. Mike Apley, professor at Kansas State University. Apley emphasized the possibilities as well as the ...

HAWLEY, Minn. — The Spring Prairie Colony in Hawley, Minnesota, is no stranger to using genetics to boost the quality of their herds. So when they decided to get back into the beef industry, they knew ...

Dairy cows wear their ear tags while eating feed at Vale Wood Farms in Loretto. Mirror photo by Colette Costlow About 4,000 farms operate in Blair, Bedford, Cambria, Clearfield, Centre and Huntingdon ...

From monitoring animal activity to predicting the best time for insemination to support genetic improvement, apps are playing an increasing role in farming and reducing its impact on the environment.

Scotland plans UHF cattle EID by end‑2026 while EU rules favour low‑frequency tags. Farmers face a high‑stakes wait on SPS talks, ...