Livestock

8 October 2018

Two farmer representatives from England and one from Wales are sought for a sheep industry group to help shape the focus of the UK sheep industry.

4 October 2018

Electrostatic particle ionization (EPI) is an air cleaning system designed for reducing dust, microbial load and gases in a contained environment.

3 September 2020

Find out how a piglet sorter, built from stockboard, has improved handling and sorting piglets

4 October 2018

All staff tagging piglets should have read the associated risk assessment and method statement (RAMS).

20 March 2025

From 2 April 2018 all farmers in England will need to meet new government rules to protect water quality.

17 October 2018

Bedding has a significant bearing on animal health and welfare. The bedding materials directory provides a summary of the different materials that can be used in cattle and sheep housing.

5 November 2018

The R&D Review is a summary of some of the work the Beef & Lamb sector is carrying out on behalf of levy payers to help their businesses become more efficient and sustainable.

25 September 2018

Nutrient value of digestate

24 December 2019

Slurry Use

25 September 2018

Slurry Testing

2 November 2018

Common rush infestation is mainly a problem in permanent pastures and rough grazings on poorly drained soils in high rainfall areas. Once established, rush plants can impede soil drainage and reduce sward productivity. This publication looks at how to manage and control the common rush

7 November 2025

Improving existing cattle buildings, or designing new builds to best standards, has a lasting and positive impact on animal health and productivity. This publication looks at the factors to bear in mind when farmers are considering cattle housing design

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