Dairy
A lot of farmers may be wondering is it worth considering the move to to once-a-day milking for some time before drying off the herd.
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Dairy Technical
Once-a-day (OAD) milking during early lactation is a viable option for many dairy farms, during a busy period of time on farms.
Ahead of the start of breeding it is important to assess the body condition score (BCS) of your cows and take measures to increase the condition of cows if needed.
Once-a-day (OAD) milking in early lactation can be an extremely effective way of reducing the workload on farms in early lactation.
The use of OAD milking in early lactation has become more common on dairy farms, with the labour saving benefits seen in the busy spring.
The Teagasc Once a Day (OAD) Milking Conference took place on Thursday, January 6, with the event once again being held virtually.
OAD milking during the spring time is essential for dairy farmers who are achieving high calving rates during the month of February.
Many dairy farmers consider OAD milking for the first few weeks of the milking season as a means of reducing the workload in the spring.
Six years ago, Liam and Catherine Mellerick made the decision to switch their now 124-cow crossbred herd over to once-a-day (OAD) milking.
Short-term once a day (OAD) milking "is an option on all farms at early lactation", according to Emer Kennedy of Teagasc.
Interest in the practice of once a day (OAD) milking continues to grow, according to Teagasc, which held a conference on the topic today.
There is mounting interest in OAD milking; this was quite evident from the large turnout to an event organised by Teagasc's Brian Hilliard.
There is huge interest in the Once a Day (OAD) milking conference that will be hosted by Teagasc in Thurles, on January 12.
For a number of reasons, once-a-day (OAD) milking is becoming an attractive option for Irish dairy farmers, according to Brian Hilliard.
