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Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Cattle feed formulation: a guide to efficient beef cattle nutrition. A content developed by Ana Raquel Rodrigues, researcher at FeedInov CoLab. This episode explores how modern cattle feed formulation has evolved beyond simply balancing nutrients to become a comprehensive strategy that supports animal health, rumen...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is The Rise of Vector-Borne Diseases in Europe: A Warning Sign for Animal Health for the Past 20 Years. A content developed by Philippe Gisbert, Ruminants Global Technical Manager. Over the past two decades, vector-borne diseases have become an increasing challenge for livestock production across Europe. In this episod...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Shade for Cattle: Cooling Strategies for Pasture-Based Herds. A content developed by Myriam Taghouti, Researcher FeedInov CoLAB. As temperatures continue to rise, effective heat-stress management is becoming increasingly important for pasture-based cattle systems. In this episode, we explore how veterinarians and fa...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Dairy Cow Nutrition: Requirements for a Healthy Animal. A content developed by Ana Raquel Rodrigues, Researcher at FeedInov CoLab. In this episode, we explore how dairy cow nutrition must adapt across the production cycle to support health, productivity, fertility, welfare, and sustainability. The article explains t...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Cattle Water Consumption: Water Distribution in Rotational Grazing Systems. A content developed by Eva Fronteira, Researcher at FeedInov CoLab. Water management plays a crucial role in the success of rotational grazing systems, influencing cattle performance, pasture utilization, animal welfare, and overall grazing...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Water for dairy cows: why quality, access and management matter. A content developed by Cláudia Costa, Researcher at FeedInov Colab. In this episode, we explore why water should be considered a strategic nutrient in dairy production, not just a basic requirement. The article explains how water influences feed intake...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is BCS Cattle Guide: Mastering Body Condition Scoring for Your Herd. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore how Body Condition Scoring (BCS) has become one of the most valuable and practical tools in modern cattle management. It explains h...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Azores Milk Production: Insights into a Unique Milk Industry. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos (Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB). In this episode, we explore how the Azores has developed one of Europe’s most distinctive pasture-based dairy systems. Thanks to its volcanic soils, mild Atlantic...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Break the pain: improving calf health and performance. A content developed by Brigitte Trezzani, Ruminants Global Technical Manager. In this episode, we explore why recognizing pain in calves is essential for improving welfare, health, and long-term performance. Calf pain can be difficult to detect, as signs are oft...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Understanding beef production costs: beyond the numbers. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore how beef production costs go far beyond simple calculations, emphasizing the importance of biological efficiency as the true driver of profi...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is 10 Essential Metrics for Farm Financial Management: Turning Cattle Farms into Efficient, Profitable Businesses. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos (Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB). In this episode, we explore the key financial indicators that help transform cattle farming into a more strategi...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Cow feed: what is total mixed ration (TMR) for dairy cows? A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore the concept of Total Mixed Ration (TMR), a widely adopted feeding strategy in dairy systems that ensures cows receive a balanced diet in e...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Pasture Management Calendar: Month-by-Month Guide. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this article, we explore how a structured pasture management calendar can help livestock producers align grazing practices with the natural growth cycles of forage plants....

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is The hidden powers of the elixir of sleep: non-reproductive usages of melatonin supplementation for flock productivity and animal wellbeing. A content developed by Jose-Alfonso Abecia, Professor of Animal Production at the Department of Animal Production and Food Science of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the U...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Why livestock farming continues to be vital to economy and society: updated Policy & Vision Perspective. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore why livestock farming remains a cornerstone of sustainable food systems and rural econom...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Complete guide to livestock grazing systems for beef cattle. A content developed by A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore how well-designed livestock grazing systems can improve pasture productivity, soil function, and beef cattle perf...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Calf care: Prevention of failure of transfer of passive immunity and 3 other major health threats. A content developed by Brigitte Trezzani. In this episode, we explore the main health challenges calves face from birth to weaning.  It all starts with the prevention of failure of transfer of passive immunity (FTPI),...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Global dairy production: Top 10 largest dairy farms in the world. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos. This audio article explains how a cattle breeding calendar transforms reproductive biology into a practical management tool for both beef and dairy herds. It outlines key milestones such as defining the breedin...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Top 10 countries shaping the global dairy industry: more than tons of milk. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos (Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB). This episode explores the countries with the greatest influence on global dairy markets, highlighting how impact goes far beyond raw milk production...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Global dairy production: Top 10 largest dairy farms in the world. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos. This episode explores how scale, technology, and productivity are reshaping global dairy production. We examine the Top 10 largest dairy farms worldwide, focusing on annual raw milk output and the structural ch...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Top 10 Beef Breeds Worldwide. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. Beef cattle breeding today is more strategic and data-driven than ever, integrating genetics, adaptability, and market relevance across production systems. In this episode, we explore the top ten...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is From farm data analytics to decisions: digital monitoring tools in modern cattle operations. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore how farm data analytics is reshaping modern cattle production by transforming raw sensor data into actio...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Livestock health monitoring: point-of-care innovations transforming cattle practice. A content developed by Marcelo Leitão, Researcher at FeedInov CoLAB. Point-of-care diagnostics are revolutionizing livestock health monitoring by providing fast, on-farm results that empower vets and farmers to make timely, informed...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is How rotational grazing improves soil health and cattle productivity. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos, Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB. In this episode, we explore how rotational grazing systems enhance both soil health and cattle productivity, particularly in Mediterranean and Southern Euro...

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Modelling the economics of reproductive efficiency. A content developed by Federico Randi, Ruminants Global Technical Manager at Ceva. In this episode, we explore how systematic fertility programs can revolutionize reproductive efficiency in dairy herds. Based on a recent study by Wicaksono et al. (2024), the articl...