Content related to the topic: breeding

24 May 2024

Feeding gestating (dry) sows

Guidance on the nutritional requirements of gestating sows

13 August 2020

Pig breeding and record keeping

Being organised is essential for timing insemination accurately. Use this information to keep useful records for effective service routines.

2 July 2026

Feeding whole milk to dairy calves

One method to use surplus saleable milk is to feed it to calves instead of a milk replacer.

31 March 2022

Timing of service in sows

Inseminating at the right time is essential. Use this information to help improve reproductive performance on your pig unit.

27 November 2020

Sow culling

A good culling policy is an important part of herd management. This information will help you understand when and why culling is necessary.

4 March 2026

Body condition scoring sows

How to body condition score (BCS) sows to ensure the health, welfare, productivity and longevity of your breeding pig herd.

24 April 2026

Improving the lifetime performance of ewes

Challenge Sheep is a research project to develop best practice for managing replacement ewes and understand the impact of the rearing phase on a ewe’s lifetime performance.

23 December 2020

How to prepare the farrowing crate

Advice on providing the correct environment for sows and piglets in the farrowing house.

16 September 2025

Indoor farrowing: Body condition in sows

Advice on meeting temperature requirements to minimise loss of sow condition

1 June 2022

Gilt management

Key aspects of gilt management for longevity and performance

16 April 2020

Beef feed efficiency research project delivers cost saving for farmers and the environment

Investigating new systems which will make beef cattle more efficient to produce, less damaging to the environment and yet still more cost-effective for farmers

27 August 2026

Dairy calf management

Find out best practice and top tips to rear healthy heifers for your dairy herd.