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.