Content related to the topic: livestock

6 March 2026

Be on the lookout for acorn poisoning this autumn

There is a glut of acorns this autumn, which brings with it an increased risk of acorn poisoning in livestock.

1 October 2025

Preparing your herd for autumn

As the busy summer season winds down, autumn presents a good opportunity for dairy farmers to take stock of herd health and performance.

8 October 2025

Pig Health and Welfare Council appoints new Chair

Duncan Berkshire is the new Chair of the Pig Health and Welfare Council.

1 October 2025

Ayrshire farm adopts carbon-saving practices

Low Ballees Farm has been working to cut their carbon footprint while boosting forage production and making more effective use of existing resources.

8 October 2025

Muck Free Truck campaign relaunched to raise the standard for clean pig transport

We have relaunched the Muck Free Truck campaign with a bold new slogan – Muck Off! – to strengthen biosecurity across the UK pig industry

26 November 2025

Cumbria: Livestock slurry – Your liquid asset

Join us for a collaboration with Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) for an informative event on Integrated Slurry Management incorporating cost-effective Nutrient Management Planning.

11 November 2025

Somerset: Livestock slurry – Your liquid asset

Join us for a collaboration with Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) for an informative event on Integrated Slurry Management incorporating cost-effective Nutrient Management Planning with guest Chris Duller, David Ball from AHDB and CSF advisor Jonathan Skidmore.

4 March 2026

The Resilient Farm Roadshow - North

This roadshow is a collaboration between AHDB and Agricology, a free knowledge platform that supports farmers in adopting agroecological and regenerative practices through practical resources, events and partnerships to promote sustainable farming.

8 January 2026

The Resilient Farm Roadshow

This roadshow is a collaboration between AHDB and Agricology, a free knowledge platform that supports farmers in adopting agroecological and regenerative practices through practical resources, events and partnerships to promote sustainable farming.

2 October 2025

Muck Free Truck: Raising the standard for clean pig transport

First launched in 2019, the Muck Free Truck campaign has been refreshed for 2025.

17 September 2025

Agri-environment schemes: Are they worth it?

A new AHDB review pinpoints how agri-environment schemes (AES) are affecting profitability, environmental outcomes and long-term farm stability across the UK’s cereals and oilseeds, beef and lamb, pork and dairy sectors.

6 October 2025

Understanding Carbon for your farm and your business

Join us for an informative and practical farm walk hosted by Chris McWhirter, a local beef and sheep farmer. The event will explore the role of carbon in agriculture and how it can benefit both your farm and your business.