Research shows the potential of Dutch cattle breeds for sustainable, nature-inclusive agriculture. Nature-inclusive dairy ...

A world renown dual-purpose cattle breed arrives in Kenya today. With an excellent milk production yielding of 10,000 litres a cow per lactation period and proper feeding regime, Fleckvieh milk is ...

I first came across a breed of cattle known as Fleckvieh when I was in vet school. It has several positive attributes but what stood out for me is the fact that it is a dual purpose breed.

“When we looked at dual-purpose breeds, their use did reduce the total cattle industry (dairy plus beef) carbon footprint, but only by a small proportion, around 4 per cent,” said Prof Capper.

Originally dual-purpose, the breed is now prized for its beef, known for producing tender, flavourful meat. Ancient Cattle of Wales Society chairman Mike Lewis said: “We are delighted to have ...