Canadian Farmers More Stressed, Study Shows
14:10 | 08/07/2016
CANADA - Farmers are among the most vulnerable when it comes to mental health, according to a new study from the University of Guelph.
Researchers Solve Mouse Milk Allergy with Dead Bacteria
22:14 | 07/07/2016
ARGENTINA - Scientists have managed to reverse allergic reactions in mice to allergens from cows milk, in experiments using dead beneficial micro-organisms.
Promising Progress on Vaccine Against Fascioliasis
22:12 | 07/07/2016
EUROPE - An international meeting took place earlier this month as part of the project to develop a vaccine against a parasite that reduces productivity in ruminants.
US Dairy Farmers Get More Assistance to Protect Margins
21:01 | 06/07/2016
US - New materials have been unveiled to assist US dairy producers considering enrolment in the third year of the federal dairy safety net Margin Protection Programme (MPP).
Putin Signs Extension for Russian Food Import Ban
20:44 | 05/07/2016
RUSSIA - Russia's President Vladimir Putin has reportedly signed a decree to extend the ban on various agri-food imports from Western countries as part of sanctions resulting from the crisis in Ukraine.
Awards Recognise Dairy Welfare Progress
20:42 | 05/07/2016
GLOBAL - Animal welfare group Compassion in World Farming has rewarded several top companies for their dairy cow welfare policies, in what they say is a tipping point towards better welfare.
February Weather Outlook: Prepare for More of the Same
14:16 | 06/02/2014
US - If you're hoping for an early end to winter, keep on dreaming. The bitterly cold temperatures and frequent snow showers of the past two months will continue through February, the Indiana State Climate Office says.
Finnish Dairy Industry Lay Out Wishes for Post-Quota Supports
15:10 | 04/09/2013
FINLAND – An industry plea has been sent to the government calling for the rapid adoption a new farm support system after quota removal in 2015.
Gouda Salt Levels to Be Reduced By 10 Per Cent
15:57 | 30/08/2013
NETHERLANDS – The Dutch Dairy Association has committed to reducing salt levels in Gouda Cheese by 10 per cent by 2015.
