Content related to the topic: livestock

3 September 2020

Weaned piglet handling system

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

4 October 2018

UHF Ear Tagging of Piglets

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

26 January 2026

AHDB Guidance to help with new farming rules for water

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

17 October 2018

The bedding materials directory

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

R&D Review 2018/19

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.

2 November 2018

BRP+ Management and control of common (soft) rush

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

27 August 2026

Better cattle housing design

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

9 April 2025

Better management of bovine respiratory disease

Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) or pneumonia is the most common reason for death and poor performance in young cattle and costs the UK cattle industry an estimated £50 million a year. This booklet gives an overview of how to recognise, test and treat BRD

9 December 2025

Understanding lambs and carcases

Returns to sheep farmers can be improved by delivering a product that fits the customer's needs. This means deciding which market to target and making decisions based on that. This booklet aims to help producers understand market specifications and the factors that can effect carcase value and producer returns

21 August 2019

Ram MOT leaflet

Sheep farmers are encouraged to check their rams 10 weeks prior to tupping to ensure that they are fit for the breeding season. AHDB Beef & Lamb has designed a leaflet that ensures a quality MOT check for your rams based on the five ‘Ts’ (toes, teeth, testicles, tone and treat)

27 February 2024

Sheep diseases directory

Diseases in sheep and cattle have made the headlines many times over the last few years. The impact of a disease can range from an annoying setback in production to a devastating infection leading to widespread culling of the flock. What is certain, however, is that every disease has an impact on returns

2 November 2018

AHDB Beef & Lamb R&D review

This review is a summary of some of the research carried out by AHDB Beef & Lamb on behalf of levy payers. The annual publication includes key findings from completed projects and updates on ongoing research.