Livestock

15 November 2019

At this time of year, the annual respite following calving gives autumn block herds valuable time to reflect and begin to think about breeding for next season.

12 February 2026

We compare two systems; the cost of lambing ewes lambs against running them dry.

11 March 2025

Top tips for managing ewe lambs at lambing time, including, lactation, nutrition, when to wean and assisting with problems.

12 February 2026

Good nutrition after tupping is crucial for ewe lambs to meet their target daily liveweight gain.

11 March 2025

Top tips for tupping ewe lambs to increase the chances of them getting in lamb.

12 February 2026

Advice on choosing a ram to breed with your ewe lambs.

4 September 2025

When choosing ewe lambs to put to the tup, consider weight, age and management of bought-in sheep.

12 September 2023

Two new online tools will help dairy farmers choose bulls that better match their requirements and improve the accuracy of semen order volumes.

24 October 2019

The InCalf guide for GB farmers with block-calving herds pulls together the accepted knowledge on dairy herd fertility management, drawing on AHDB’s extensive amounts of research and resources, as well as industry experts across Great Britain and beyond.

10 December 2025

Find out how to make the most out of the genetics in your herd.

9 April 2021

Richard Tucker share how they have improved herd lameness by following the healthy feet programme.

27 September 2023

Coton Wood Farm in Derbyshire launches to become AHDB's first robotic strategic dairy farm

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