Dairy & Ruminant
Monday, February 19, 2024
Dairies in New York, US, declined by one-third in last five years
Farmland continues to disappear in the US state of New York, with dairies alone dropping by one-third in the past five years, according to new US federal data.
Monday, February 19, 2024
Cargill expands partnership to provide consumers with innovative, sustainable protein options
Cargill and food tech leader ENOUGH, which produces fermented protein sustainably, are expanding their current partnership to further innovate alternative meat and dairy solutions for consumers.
Friday, February 16, 2024
Northern Ireland vets warn proposed bTB compensation cuts could be unfair
A body representing Northern Ireland veterinarians has voiced concerns over proposed cuts to compensation rates for bovine tuberculosis (bTB), labelling them as potentially unfair to farmers, BBC News reported.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
US experts warn of possible record beef prices amid supply concerns
US experts are cautioning that beef prices could potentially reach record highs, as indicated by the latest data from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released by the US Bureau of Labour Statistics, The Hill reported.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
US scientists develop livestock feed additives to reduce methane emissions
Researchers Matias Aguerre and Liliane Silva from Clemson University, South Carolina, US, are teaming up with counterparts from the University of Florida and Auburn University to devise additives for livestock feed aimed at curbing methane ...
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Sharp drop in Germany's meat production last year
Meat production in Germany fell significantly in 2023, the country's Federal Statistical Office said.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Cargill purchases US meat plants from long-time partner Ahold Delhaize USA
Cargill announced on February 7 that the company has invested in two processing facilities to expand its production and distribution of supermarket case-ready beef and pork to retailers in the northeast part of the United States.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Australian red meat exports surge on low prices, strong demand
Australia experienced a significant surge in red meat exports last year, driven by a sharp decline in livestock prices, making its products more competitive globally, particularly amid falling beef production in the US, Investing.com report ...
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Study investigates hemp biomass as potential livestock feed
A recent study published in the Journal of Dairy Science is exploring the feasibility of incorporating cannabidiol (CBD), a by-product of hemp cultivation, into the diets of dairy cows, shedding light on its safety and impact on milk produc ...
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Fire breaks out at Belgachhia, India dairy administrative building, production unaffected
A fire erupted at the central dairy administrative building in Belgachhia, Kolkata district, India resulting in a three-hour-long blaze that required the efforts of 12 fire engines to extinguish, The Times of India reported.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Fonterra increases FY2024 forecast farmgate milk price
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has increased its 2023/24 season forecast Farmgate Milk Price on February 12, with the midpoint lifting by 30 cents to $7.80 per kgMS, up from $7.50 per kgMS.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Extension of Germany's origin meat labeling goes into effect
The extension of origin labeling of meat in Germany came into force on February 1.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
FAO Meat Price Index dropped seventh straight month in January
The FAO Meat Price Index averaged 109.8 points in January, down 1.5 points (1.4%) from December, marking the seventh consecutive monthly decline and standing 1.3 points (1.2%) below its corresponding value last year.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Phileo by Lesaffre conducts life cycle assessment with Actisaf Sc 47 yeast probiotic
Phileo by Lesaffre's Actisaf® Sc 47 yeast probiotic emerges as a sustainable solution, simultaneously boosting farm profitability and curbing the environmental impact of dairy farming, the company said.
Friday, February 9, 2024
Iowa, US advances bill to restrict surveillance drones near livestock facilities
A bill initially approved by Iowa, US last year, aimed at prohibiting the flying of surveillance drones within 400 feet of open feedlots and animal confinements, received committee approval in the US Senate, signalling progress in the legis ...

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