The study also notes that long-term genetic selection for high milk yield in dairy cows is recognized as a major factor causing poor welfare. In particular, it results in health problems such as ...

Dairy producers argue that a proposed ban on the expansion of dairy farms beyond 700 cows in New York state would stifle both new and existing farms.

the farm has not been suspended from the assurance scheme, pending the outcome of ongoing investigations. As the dairy industry grapples with increasing scrutiny over animal welfare practices ...

Workers at dairy farms supplying yoghurt giant Muller and ... “We do not tolerate animal cruelty or poor welfare conditions on any of our supplying farms, and we work closely with suppliers ...

A UK study finds 4 in 5 dairy farms hit by cryptosporidiosis, costing up to £30K. Gaps in prevention and awareness remain a key concern.

Mr Jones says animal welfare standards are not linked to the size of the farm or whether a cow is allowed to graze outdoors One farmer, who continuously houses up to 1,000 dairy cows on one site ...

Questions have been raised about welfare standards on farms that are members of the RSPCA Assured scheme Animal welfare inspectors have been sent into more than 200 farms amid claims one of the UK ...

A livestock expert explains to farmers the best practices of starting a dairy farm. According to the expert, while your own staff can manage many parts of cow welfare, a veterinarian will be ...