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Research and development can help keep you ‘fit for the future’, says DairyCo
Published 21 January 11
Research and Development has a vital role to play in helping to future proof the industry according to DairyCo's research and development manager, Karen Wonnacott.
Speaking at the Semex Conference 'Fit for the Future' on Monday, Dr. Wonnacott said that using research and development was paramount to help the industry progress, succeed and maintain competitiveness. She urged dairy farmers to make the most of their levy by using the many products and services DairyCo has on offer.
"We want to use research and development to strengthen our evidence base and ensure that GB dairy stays ahead of the curve and dairy farmers can help us" she said, citing examples of some of the key future proofing projects currently being undertaken by DairyCo. "Tackling key research and development areas and ensuring that the findings from these important projects are transferred to dairy farmers ensures that the best available knowledge is implemented on farm. It also helps us to highlight the great work being carried out on British dairy farms to our consumers," she said.
Dr. Wonnacott also highlighted the importance of demonstrating environmental improvements, suggesting that regardless of the farming system every GB dairy farmer should be able to find 'quick wins' that can save money.
"Our work is demonstrating that improved efficiencies on-farm reduce the environmental impact of dairy farming. This is a win-win for our dairy farmers and the general public," explained Dr Wonnacott, "and highlights the responsible and progressive nature of our valuable and important industry."
If you would like to find out more about DairyCo research and development, please contact Dr. Karen Wonnacott on 024 7647 8689 or email karen.wonnacott@dairyco.ahdb.org.uk.
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Date 19 January 2011
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DairyCo's aim is to promote world class knowledge to British dairy farmers so they can profit from a sustainable future.
To achieve this DairyCo aims to:
- Ensure farmers have access to world class information needed to improve competitiveness, GHG reduction and productivity
- Ensure farmers have access to direct and indirect support to help them improve their profitability through better business management
- Ensure that dairy farming is reducing its impact on the environment
- Ensure farmers understand the benefits of breeding and use the related tools
DairyCo is funded entirely by milk producers, via a statutory levy on all milk sold off-farm, at the rate of 0.06p per litre. This provides an annual income of around £6.5m.
DairyCo is a division of the statutory levy board, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).