Housing

13 May 2020

Information on how electrostatic particle ionisation (EPI) can help improve air quality in pig buildings

11 October 2021

Guidance on preparing the farrowing house to optimise piglet health and growth

30 January 2020

This factsheet takes you through the steps required to deep clean a farm drinking system.

1 November 2019

The most significant single influence on the success of any flock is the shepherd. Whether you intend to keep half a dozen sheep or several hundred, the same principles apply. This guide gives an introduction into sheep farming to improve both animal welfare and productivity.

22 October 2019

It's important to measure light, make sure any new installations have timers fitted and provide uniform lighting for pigs. This guide covers the principles of light in relation to pig production, both from a behavioural point of view and from optimising production.

22 October 2019

Key factors to consider when choosing lighting for pig units. This includes the requirements at different stages of production, as well as measuring light and selecting systems.

22 October 2019

A review of lights currently available for pig buildings.

6 January 2020

Improving existing buildings or designing new builds to the best standards has a lasting and positive impact on animal health and productivity. This manual covers a wide range of aspects to improve buildings for your cattle.

2 September 2019

Two new recruits have joined the pork technical team

17 February 2020

Gloucester pig club: Come along to find out about Defra's updated welfare code

23 September 2019

Gloucester pig club: Come along to find out about the Muck Free Truck campaign.

7 October 2019

Somerset pig club: Come along to find out how farms might need to change to remain compliant in the future

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