Tuesday, 05 January 2021
The aim of beef benchmarking is to improve our methods of measuring, monitoring and improving performance in beef suckler herds.
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Wednesday, 11 November 2020
When we discuss artificial insemination (AI) it is almost invariably in the context of the dairy industry. However, there are many benefits for commercial and pedigree suckler herds that adopt an AI breeding programme.
Wednesday, 04 November 2020
One of the biggest causes of poor welfare in a flock is lameness, whether it’s due to the presence of infection or unfavourable ground conditions.
Friday, 11 September 2020
In this article we will discuss the importance of fly control in and reducing the incidence of diseases such as New Forest Eye.
Friday, 14 August 2020
Strict biosecurity measures are imperative in poultry producers, heavily extended in pigs, less common in dairies and often forgotten in beef herds.
Monday, 03 August 2020
Make sure your ewes AND rams are fit for purpose at the start of your breeding season.
Friday, 17 July 2020
In this blog we will cover why farms and smallholdings are diversifying into new areas.
Friday, 03 July 2020
In this blog we will cover everyhting you need to know to keep your alpaca's fit and healthy.
Friday, 19 June 2020
In this blog we will cover Congenital Chondrodystrophy and Joint Laxity, commonly known as Dwarf Calf
Friday, 05 June 2020
In this blog we will cover lungworm treatment and prevention in cattle.
Friday, 08 May 2020
In this blog we will cover sheep worm control and resistance management.
Friday, 01 May 2020
In this blog we will cover cattle parasite control: Part 1 – Gut worms.
Friday, 24 April 2020
In this blog we will cover what we are aiming to achieve with our silage.
Friday, 17 April 2020
In this blog we will cover chicken husbandry for the smallholder.
Friday, 13 March 2020
In this blog we will cover early lamb growth and Production.