Alternative Ruminant Feeds

Whilst the low food conversion efficiency of ruminants relative to monogastric production is frequently deemed a negative attribute, the ability of ruminants to produce high quality nutrition for humans; whils

What do we need to do to save the world?

Over the next several weeks we will be releasing a series of articles entitled “How the ingredients of a ruminant’s diet can help save the world”. The series was written by VetSalus Director Alasdair Moffett who is currently studying Ruminant Nutrition, a distance learning course at Aberystwyth University. A full list of references will be published at the conclusion of the series.

I often find when talking to farm vets about sustainability and regenerative agriculture, that the levels of interest and engagement vary considerably.

A recent article in New Scientist by James Wong discusses the agricultural term “monoculture” and examines its definition and goes on to

VetSalus has formed an exciting new partnership with VetSustain, an organisation supporting veterinary professionals to drive change towards a more sustainable future. 

The 6th World One Health Congress was held virtually this year, with 5 days of online presentations concluding on One Health Day, 3rd November. This year’s virtual event saw increased reach to the global audience, as well as greater interaction between delegates and speakers with the availability of an opportunity to connect 1-1.

Here is the latest posting outlining another VetSalus project. This project describes how the introduction of cutting edge reproductive technology can accelerate genetic improvement (and thus increase production efficiency and sustainability) in Zimbabwe.

David Black, a VetSalus consultant from founding members, Paragon Veterinary Group, was involved in this project and wrote this report.