Content related to the topic: livestock

6 October 2026

Trimming cows’ feet: When to trim and what to avoid

Learn when to trim, when to check feet and how to avoid common mistakes.

6 October 2026

Trimming cows' feet: The five-step Dutch method

The five-step Dutch method is a widely used approach to foot trimming that helps maintain healthy claws and supports good mobility.

6 October 2026

Tips on lifting a cow’s foot

From preparing the workspace to safety measures, here are some helpful ideas to make lifting your cow’s foot easier.

16 September 2025

Indoor farrowing: Body condition in sows

Advice on meeting temperature requirements to minimise loss of sow condition

6 October 2026

Foot trimming dairy cows

Information on foot trimming cattle to prevent and treat lameness.

16 June 2020

Indoor farrowing: Keeping piglets healthy

Advice to help newborn piglets thrive in an indoor farrowing environment

16 June 2020

Indoor farrowing: How to improve suckling

How to keep sows and gilts calm while piglets feed in an indoor farrowing environment

25 September 2026

Mobility scoring: How to score your cows

Regularly scoring your cows for mobility is the first step towards reducing lameness in your herd.

6 October 2026

Identifying lameness: Spot, lift, look

Spotting and treating lameness early are key to success. Use this three-step method to identify any cows that need attention.

10 October 2024

Mobility scoring for dairy cows

Find out how to mobility score your dairy cows

19 February 2026

Practical Pig videos

Watch our video demonstrations of important everyday tasks to help train staff

28 March 2025

Liver fluke survival in silage project

Liver fluke is a parasite that affects the health and welfare of livestock, specifically cattle and sheep. This research investigates whether liver fluke in silage poses a risk to livestock.