Health

6 November 2019

A sheet for all block calving dairy farmers to record health disorders in cows when they calve.

6 November 2019

A sheet for all year round calving dairy farmers to record health disorders in cows when they calve.

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.

24 September 2019

Launch of a consultation on a proposal to form a Ruminant Health and Welfare Group to deliver a simpler, more co-ordinated approach to tackling primarily sheep and cattle health and welfare across the UK.

24 September 2020

Resources on youngstock health and housing to help prevent disease and ill-health in young calves

12 January 2026

Help raise awareness of the importance of clean vehicles – spread the word, not the disease.

29 September 2025

Find out what to look for when selecting a bull for breeding, including how to use genetics and EBVs, and judging if a bull is fit to work.

24 April 2024

The tables below provide information on the different nutrients and vitamins needed in feed, for livestock to thrive.

3 March 2022

There are essential vitamins and minerals required to support productivity in livestock production. Issues can occur with imbalances, deficiencies or toxicity. It is important to understand how the different elements interact with each other, the clinical signs and management options to resolve the problem.

11 August 2023

This notebook provides you with best practice calf-rearing information. It will also help you to keep a record of calf performance (colostrum intake, liveweights, calf losses).

16 August 2019

Haulier questionnaire: We would like to get a feel for the standard of lorry washing facilities at markets and abattoirs across England.

28 June 2023

Keeping pigs is a satisfying experience but, before making the decision to become a keeper, you need to know the basics. This guide takes you through the key areas you need to be aware of and provides contacts for additional information.

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