New methodology for assessing the energy and protein supply of dairy cows based on the LKV daily report
Assessing the energy and protein supply of dairy cows based on the LKV daily report provides essential help for farmers and consultants in creating efficient rations. For example, the...
Basalt as a mineral fertilizer in agriculture for CO2 storage and phosphorus mobilization in permanent grassland soils (basalt)
As part of the “European Green Deal” and in implementing the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, enormous efforts are necessary to reduce emissions of climate-damaging gases. In this context, technologies are moving towards the aforementioned...
Recording degraded moor areas in Austria and assessing their suitability for regeneration (Moist)
In view of climate change and the biodiversity crisis, the preservation of moors and peat soils plays an important role. The restoration of once drained moorland for agricultural and forestry use is, in addition to...
Crossbred animals as mother cows
In June 2023, Statistics Austria counted just 157,992 suckler cows in Austria. This means that their number has decreased by 113,000 since 2007. Many suckler cow farmers have thrown in the towel and looked for alternatives...
Milk from Austria - European champion of environmental sustainability
In the FarmMilk research project, dairies from Austria, together with the eco-efficiency research group of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, have set up a representative network of 344 dairy farms. This means...
The FarmLife NEWSLETTER - for reading from June 2021
The FarmLife newsletter is sent out twice a year to Austria's agricultural schools to inform them about current events and dates regarding FarmLife projects, events and training offers. Here you will find...
Results of the “Farm4More” life project
Both climate change and the increasing demand for animal-based foods represent significant challenges for society and agriculture. Food and feed production is also...
Effects of keeping dairy cows on short grass or paddocks on individual animal and area performance
More milk in paddocks or short grass pastures? Each grazing system has its specific advantages and disadvantages. In dry conditions, paddock pastures are less sensitive (ground shading) than short grass pastures. Fertilization and pasture care can also...
Ferning - regulation of ferns on alpine pastures to preserve and recultivate alpine pastures
The bracken and the worm fern are spreading more and more on many Austrian mountain pastures. This is due to declining upwelling numbers and the resulting low grazing pressure, as well as the lack of management...
New publication on the methane reduction potential of biochar in dairy cattle feeding
Feed additives are seen as a promising way to reduce methane emissions from cattle feeding. Does biochar also have the potential to reduce methane emissions? Current test results provide the answer.