The Herd Signals Blog
Practical notes for dairy farmers
Short, useful reads on getting more from your herd — breeding, milk, feed, and the small habits that add up.
Breeding
Catching heat: 6 signs worth watching for
A missed heat is roughly 21 lost days and a later calving — which is real money. Here are the signs to watch and how to stop them slipping past.
18 June 2026Read
Production
The cheapest tool on your farm is a milk record
You do not need a lab to spot a sick or slipping cow. A daily yield number per animal is the earliest, cheapest warning system you have.
12 June 2026Read
Feed & costs
Feed costs are eating your margin. Here's where to look first.
Feed is the biggest cost on almost every dairy farm. Before you buy cheaper, find the waste — it is usually in three predictable places.
5 June 2026Read