Efficiently Achieving 1000kg

We first discussed this back in episode 157, but now with a published report, Will and Ben are joined by dairy farmer Robin Campbell and Kite’s Head of Genetics; Rose Jackson, to discuss how some farms are consistently achieving 1000kg of fat and protein per cow, per year. Rose starts by giving us some context to the ‘Efficiently Achieving 1000kg report’ including the key focus areas, findings and take homes including the impact the first 50 days of a heifers life can have on lifetime performance. Robin introduces his business and shares his inspiration for making changes on farm to improve cow environment and how a focus on genetics has impacted cow performance. Robin & Rose also discuss opportunities for the future, what other farms can learn from this report and how this information will help the wider dairy industry. Not forgetting our usual milk market report from Chris Walkland.