Livestock
1 June 2020
Nigel Miller has been appointed as Chair of the newly-formed Ruminant Health and Welfare Group (RHWG) with effect from 1 June 2020 for a two-year term.
1 June 2020
The latest antibiotic usage figures for the UK pig industry show that levels remain unchanged last year, despite significant disease challenges.
29 May 2020
The weather is certainly throwing some challenges our way this year and the biggest impact is the reduced grass growth.
29 May 2020
We have gone from the wettest February to the driest April and May, and it doesn’t look as though there is rain coming anytime soon.
30 July 2020
Find out how to manage, prevent and treat less-common lesions in lame cows.
15 December 2023
These lesions are caused by imbalances of weight, trauma to the foot and other physical factors.
19 January 2024
Mixed lesions usually occur when a claw horn lesion becomes infected. However, an infection can lead to claw horn lesions, so prompt treatment is essential.
13 August 2020
Being organised is essential for timing insemination accurately. Use this information to keep useful records for effective service routines.
28 May 2020
Follow these top tips to make the most of grazed grass on your farm.
28 May 2020
Top tips for grazing youngstock to reduce feed, labour and bedding.
