Empty Heifers Pose Hidden Cost for Dairy Farms Amid Falling Replacement Numbers

Dairy farmers are facing significant hidden costs due to 'empty heifers,' as replacement numbers have dropped by over 100,000, prompting warnings to retain as many cows as possible for March calving.

10 Jun, 04:30 — 10 Jun, 04:30

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Empty heifers a hidden cost on dairy farms as replacement numbers fall by more than 100,000

Farmers warned ‘every cow you keep now as a March calver is absolutely crucial, so keep as many of those cows as possible’

By Catherina Cunnane

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Empty Heifers Pose Hidden Cost for Dairy Farms Amid Falling Replacement Numbers

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Empty heifers a hidden cost on dairy farms as replacement numbers fall by more than 100,000

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