July 26, 2021
Preventing heat stress
Take steps to prevent heat stress in animals, urges agricultural expert, as extreme heat warning issued by Met Office.
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Livestock
July 26, 2021
2021 registrations crucial for rare breeds’ survival
Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) is encouraging smallholders and farmers to ensure timely registration of their rare breed livestock and equines despite the disruption to shows and sales for a second year, to help safeguard…
July 26, 2021
Fly nuisance this summer could be costly
As recent warm weather has caused fly populations to emerge and rapidly multiply, farmers need to make minimising grazing disturbance from flies a priority.
July 21, 2021
Keep vaccinations updated
Housing can be a stressful time for cattle and farm teams, bringing with it a change in daily routine, diet and disease risk factors.
July 21, 2021
Test lambs for worms
Warm weather causes spike in worm egg counts and risk to lamb growth rates.
June 30, 2021
Switch to conventional parlour boosts herd health
Robotic milking is often hailed as the future of dairy farming, but it doesn't suit every system - and conventional parlours can produce better results.
April 26, 2021
Quarters – are they important for mastitis control?
The new industry-led initiative for mastitis control is called QuarterPRO.
April 26, 2021
Quarters – are they important for mastitis control?
The new industry-led initiative for mastitis control is called QuarterPRO.
April 7, 2021
Make the most of high-quality grass this spring
To make the most of the predicted high-quality spring grass, experts say careful management of cows at turnout will be key in maintaining productivity.
April 7, 2021
Make the most of high-quality grass this spring
To make the most of the predicted high-quality spring grass, experts say careful management of cows at turnout will be key in maintaining productivity.
February 3, 2021
Looking ahead to Spring 2021
Now is the perfect time to look ahead towards turnout and plan for the coming grazing season.
