As essential contributors to the dairy sector, relief milkers play a vital role in maintaining the continuity of milk production. However, a contentious issue can often arise regarding whether relievers should charge for travelling expenses and fuel when providing their services to dairy farms. In this article, we examine both sides of the debate to…
Preparing For Your Relief Milker
The following is from the Anexa Dairy Vets Podcast, November 21st 2022, and it’s well worth a listen. This insightful episode of Anexa’s Podcast revolves around a crucial aspect of dairy farm management – preparing for relief staff who are looking for relief milking jobs during the milking season. Vet Emma Franklin engages in a…
Relief Milkers – An Essential Service
When it comes to the dairy sector, relief milkers are critical, perhaps more critical than what a lot of people give them credit for. Dairy farming can be a strenuous occupation that involves long hours. If there weren’t any relief milkers, farmers and their staff would invariably burn themselves out, both physically and psychologically. It’s…