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News Focus on dry matter this silage season In light of difficult weather conditions, focus on achieving between 28-33% dry matter (DM) when ensiling grass to favour good fermentation. “Adding to this, increased thatch and wet ground conditions could increase the likelihood of contamination. All these factors will mean making quality silage will be a challenge this year. “Grass has not had […]

News Latest findings help optimise dairy production in the face of heat stress As climate change intensifies, UK dairy farms face increasing challenges. With summers growing warmer, heat stress has become a significant issue affecting milk production, and cow health, welfare, and fertility. A pioneering study has provided new practical insights Understanding heat stress: a critical issue for dairy farms Heat stress occurs when cows are unable to […]

News On Farm experience: Microbial bedding conditioner helps improve environment for sows and piglets Since switching to a microbial bedding conditioner, which combines specific positive bacteria and enzymes to improve hygiene and dryness, Jonny Hessin has seen pig welfare and comfort benefits on his 1000-sow, farrow-to-finish unit in Northern Ireland. Previously using a dry powder disinfectant conditioner, Jonny noticed sows were irritated and fidgety after spreading the product. However, […]

News Avoid using regional silage analysis results for nutrition decisions Sizeable variability in first cut silage results across the UK means farmers are being urged to conduct their own silage analysis, rather than relying on regional averages, to guide effective nutrition decisions. “We’ve seen this reflected in the huge range of dry matter (DM) results, which vary from as high as 44% on some farms […]

News How to safely open maize silage clamps early As a result of difficult growing conditions, many farmers across the UK are faced with the challenge of limited forage stocks this autumn. This means newly filled maize silage clamps may need to be opened earlier than usual to feed livestock. How early can maize silage clamps be opened? Opening clamps too soon after ensiling […]

News Lallemand Animal Nutrition and Micalis Institute Launch Joint Lab to Unlock Potential of Beneficial Microbes New ‘Biofilm1Health’ Initiative Explores Microbial Communities to Enhance Positive Biofilms for Improved Health and Environmental Solutions TOULOUSE, FRANCE, Oct. 10, 2024 — Lallemand Animal Nutrition, a leader in microbial solutions, and the Micalis Institute – a collaborative research unit between the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food, and Environment (INRAE), AgroParisTech, and the University […]

Resource Transition cows: Total digestive tract inflammation and permeability at the center of transition challenges Research highlights links between “leaky epithelium” and overall inflammation in cows during the calving transition period. The calving transition period subjects cows to various metabolic stresses that can have an impact on milk production, producer profitability, cow health, longevity and welfare. Effective transition management aims to enhance rumen preparation to optimize the start of lactation […]

Resource Get more from winter rations with Levucell SC Following a wet spring and a summer low in sunshine many farmers are facing a mixed bag when it comes to silage quality. Careful balancing of winter rations along with good management from clamp to cow will help to achieve consistent, efficient milk production. This spring saw higher rainfall followed by an almost non-existent summer. […]

Resource Trial results: Probiotic live yeast Levucell SB cuts fattening time and improves FCR in pigs A Lallemand Animal Nutrition trial has found that including probiotic live yeast, LEVUCELL SB, in pig diets can have positive outcomes for livestock health and performance. On average, Levucell SB shortened the fattening period by 3 days and improved feed conversion ratio by 2%. Trial Details: Findings – pig health and performance benefits Hannah Elliott, […]

Resource How probiotics improve performance, keel bone health and eggshell quality in layers A meta-analysis of 62 global trials has confirmed the significant benefits of Pediococcus acidilactici CNCM I-4622 – commonly known as BACTOCELL®. Spanning two decades, across 25 countries, the study confirms Bactocell’s dual impact on keel bone health and eggshell quality in hens. How does Bactocell work? Bactocell is a monogastric-specific probiotic that is proven to […]