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AI conference to showcase deep learning in agriculture
A researcher at SRUC will speak at an international conference which is expected to attract 100,000 attendees.…
- SRUC
- 01/04/2021
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Beefing up the value of calves
The increased use of both sexed and beef semen in dairy herds has led to an opportunity for farmers to collaborate with beef finishers to create a new market.…
- SRUC
- 29/03/2021
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Dairy Nexus moves one step closer
A flagship facility which aims to decarbonise the dairy industry has moved a step closer to reality.…
- SRUC
- 18/03/2021
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Milking the opportunities of soya alternatives in dairy rations
With soya sustainability a growing concern for consumers and retailers, SAC Consulting has been exploring the use of alternative, high-performing proteins in dairy feed rations for farmers.…
- Dairy Research and Innovation Centre
- 10/11/2020
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Keeping cows with calves
Dairy farmers and new entrants interested in operating a cow-with-calf dairy system are invited to take part in a survey.…
- Dairy Research and Innovation Centre
- 21/10/2020
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SRUC researcher scoops royal accolade
An SRUC researcher instrumental in driving forward the genetic development of UK dairy cattle has been awarded the prestigious Princess Royal Award.…
- Dairy Research and Innovation Centre
- 15/09/2020
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SRUC calls on dairy farmers to help with disease study
Farmers are being asked to help with a project researching the prevalence of an infectious condition in Scottish dairy herds.…
- Dairy Research and Innovation Centre
- 24/08/2020
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Project gets funding to develop digital dairy
A digital dairy project led by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) has been awarded £50,000 in seed-corn funding by UK Research and Innovation.…
- Dairy Research and Innovation Centre
- 11/08/2020
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The power of protein
Members of the dairy industry are being invited to find out how improved protein nutrition can improve production, lower feed costs and reduce environmental impact. Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)…
- SRUC
- 07/07/2020
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Dairy farmers needed for M.Bovis study
Dairy farmers across Scotland are being urged to take part in a new study to help scientists better understand the spread of Mycoplasma bovis in cattle.…
- Dairy Research and Innovation Centre
- 26/02/2020
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Cow DNA offers clues to longer life
Research into the DNA of Scottish cows could help humans live longer and healthier lives, scientists at Scotland’s Rural College have announced.…
- SRUC
- 27/01/2020
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Cutting antibiotics use in cows
Dairy farmers are being encouraged to practice selective dry cow therapy in a bid to minimise the use of antibiotics at drying off.…
- SRUC
- 06/12/2019