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5 November 2021
Diseases in the UK cattle industry account for huge losses and are a major welfare concern. This publication highlights some of the major conditions affecting the beef industry. It provides insight into the main symptoms and risk factors, alongside the most effective prevention and treatment protocols
19 March 2025
Find information on arable rotation in livestock – forage crops, cover crops and more.
28 November 2023
The conserved forage requirements and stocks calculator can be used to calculate feed demand by entering livestock numbers and available feed supply.
17 August 2018
Despite additional hectares of straw being made available by cereal growers, there is still likely to be a shortage due to lower yields and an increased requirement for feeding. This factsheet explains the importance of assessing your straw needs and planning for any deficit.
8 August 2018
Insight into how the drought affects cattle feed usage.
2 December 2024
With farmers facing significant livestock losses from liver fluke, AHDB Beef & Lamb and Moredun Research Institute are acting to help improve understanding and develop effective control methods.
26 May 2020
With most of the country recently experiencing dry and warm conditions, it’s important to consider the affect heat can have on livestock. We’ve pulled together our top tips for cattle and sheep to prevent heat stress.
23 October 2023
Views from across our Farm Excellence network on the 2018 heat wave and resulting drought
30 July 2018
Webinar: Guide to the common gut and lung parasites of cattle
9 June 2020
The AHDB and HCC-funded Beef Carcase Traits project uses data derived from the British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS), abattoirs and breed societies to produce EBVs for traits of economic importance to commercial beef producers.
6 July 2018
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has appointed Will Jackson as the new Sector Strategy Director for Beef & Lamb.