Dairy Farming

31st March 2025

Eko Hoofcare appointed as new partner to deliver professional training for the dairy industry in the UK

Eko Hoofcare have been involved with the delivery of hoofcare training to professionals and farmers for the past 13 years in Irish and UK markets, utilising the renowned functional 5-step method, commonly known in the UK as the Dutch Method. We are affiliated to the Dairy Training Centre (DTC), Netherlands, which is recognised and trusted […]

10th February 2025

The True Cost of Cattle Lameness in UK and Irish Dairy Herds

Lameness is one of the most costly health issues affecting dairy farms in the UK and Ireland. Beyond the obvious welfare concerns, lameness has significant financial and time-related consequences. It impacts milk production, fertility, veterinary costs, and labour efficiency. In this blog post, we’ll break down the direct and indirect costs of lameness, estimate its […]

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20th July 2023

Farm Equipment and Technology Fund 2023 – Grant decisions notified this week.

This week, the Animal Health and Welfare Grant decisions have started to be sent out to applicants. Successful applicants will be notified and can then move to item selection stage. In this article, we look at how to accept your successful grant offer, and how to choose the correct machine for the Farm Equipment and […]