Dairy Herd Health Improves With Willow Trees
An organic dairy farmer in Shropshire reported improved health for his 300-strong dairy herd after planting willow trees on his pastureland. He was inspired by a conference he attended in the USA in 2014.
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BBC Radio 4
“one organic dairy farmer in Shropshire says the health of his 300-strong dairy herd has improved since he planted willow trees on his pastureland.”
BBC Radio 4
“His cows now have fewer issues with fertility and ailments like mastitis, as properties in the trees have benefited their health.”
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