Dear Member,

I hope this finds you well and that you have managed to dodge at least some of the recent heat and associated thunderstorms! It certainly feels like summer has arrived with a vengeance this year, and while sunshine is always welcome, many of us are now keeping a close eye on grass growth, water supplies and heat stress as the dry conditions continue.

As always, farming never stands still. Just as one job is ticked off the list, two more seem to appear. Whether you are focused on making the most of grazing, making silage, preparing for autumn calving or simply trying to stay ahead of the weather, this is often the time of year when a bit of forward planning can make all the difference.

With that in mind, I am pleased to share two publications that we hope will provide some timely support and practical ideas for your business.

In your Mailing,

Keeping Staff Motivated Dairy Insight

Our latest Dairy Insight – Keeping Staff Motivated During Difficult Times explores the often-overlooked impact that challenges such as disease outbreaks, milk price volatility and other setbacks can have on the people working within the business. It highlights the importance of strong leadership, clear communication and supporting team wellbeing, while offering practical tips to help build resilience and maintain morale when times are tough.

July Checklist 2026

Alongside this, you will find our July Checklist, packed with seasonal reminders and practical actions for the month ahead. This edition covers protecting grass through dry conditions, assessing winter forage stocks, preparing for further hot weather, considering autumn reseeding opportunities and key management points for autumn-calving herds. It also includes important dates and scheme deadlines to keep on your radar.

Remember, whatever challenges or opportunities the season brings, our team is here to support you. Whether you would like to discuss forage stocks, benchmark your business performance, review farm data or simply talk through an issue you are facing, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Wishing you, your family and your team a productive and successful few weeks ahead.

All the best,

We are keen to hear from as many farmers as possible about the cow brushes you are using; what works well and what does not work quite so well. The results will be published to help farmers make informed decisions when investing in cow equipment, so your input is extremely valuable.

To help reduce paper use, we won’t be sending out printed copies of this survey as standard. However, if you would prefer us to send you a paper version, please contact the office and we will be happy to arrange one for you.

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