Water treatment technology to improve calf health on trial

He said: “The trials show there is potential for farmers to deliver healthier calves, with a reduced requirement for antibiotic treatment, ultimately higher yields and increased profitability from their dairy herd.

“It also shows that, as farmers, we can still improve methods by taking a methodical, scientific approach and investing in the right technology.”

Simon Fry of the WET group added: "The findings from the initial tests were significant and this is why WET is to invest in further trials to provide 100 per cent validation of its G.E.M.

"We have been careful with the initial test conditions, we now need to replicate them and prove to our British farmers that using water that has been properly cleansed, filtered and enhanced when mixed with feed could improve the lives and quality of livestock."