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Contents tagged with selection
21 October 2020
Learn more about selecting beef cattle for slaughter.
17 February 2021
Maximise your returns by selecting animals at the right time and to the right specification for the market.
13 February 2020
When choosing ewe lambs to put to the tup, consider weight, age and management of bought-in sheep.
27 November 2023
Download this guide produced by AHDB and the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs on what to look for when judging stock and why it matters.
29 May 2024
There are two main challenges for the lamb sector; the first is to maintain the production of high-quality meat and the second is to ensure sheep farming is financially viable. This manual outlines the factors to consider to achieve these aims at every stage of production, from weaning to selection
25 October 2018
With careful management, surplus pure dairy-bred male calves can be a useful option for beef farmers looking to source additional animals to rear and finish. This manual gives an overview of how to produce good quality beef from surplus male dairy calves
29 February 2024
To maximise their financial returns, beef producers need to produce and sell the type of finished cattle markets want. This manual gives an overview of the key elements to focus on to produce cattle that meet the needs of the target market as cost-effectively as possible