Technical Information: Cows and Beef Cattle

We are proud of our products and their positive impact on livestock performance. As such, we want to share with you our scientific and technical data. Please browse through this section to examine up-to-date product information, trial results and research data to understand how our live yeast products could benefit the cows and beef cattle in your care.

Balancing nutrients in grass with compound feed

Maximising the utilisation of high quality home grown forage is vital for any profitable dairy enterprise. And, with grazing season well underway, many dairy farmers will be focusing their attention on grazing and maintaining yield and milk quality.

The role of rumen microbes in Net Zero

Under pressure from all sides, the dairy industry is exploring ways to reduce its environmental impact, while also maintaining production and profitability. Kevin Doyle, technical manager for Phileo UK & Ireland, explains the role that rumen microbes can play...

Optimise the rumen for improved feed efficiency and lower costs of production

Rising prices of feed, fertiliser and energy keep putting pressure on the dairy sector, with production costs at farm level remaining high as milk prices fall. Throughout the agricultural sector, inputs such as these are driving the cost of milk production to more than 32ppl in some cases. Depen...

Feed the rumen microbes for improved feed efficiency in dairy herds

As dairies across the UK and Ireland look ahead to winter feeding, there is much to be considered. With high feed costs and low silage stores, farmers should focus on driving feed efficiency to ensure their herds are getting the most out of every bite.

Actisaf's role in driving efficiency in high performing dairy herds

Kevin Doyle, technical sales manager at Phileo by Lesaffre UK & Ireland, reflects on how Actisaf live yeast worked to improve performance and rumen health in a Northern Irish dairy herd...

Do you see milk butterfat crash during April and May in your herd?

Many dairy herds see milk butterfat levels crash in the spring. This could be costing you up to €3,300/month and, with huge cost pressure this season, can you afford to lose out? The lush, leafy swards typically seen at this time of year are great for milk production and milk proteins. But this ...