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Schmallenberg, 'there's more cases to come' - expert panel
SCHMALLENBERG virus is likely to be discovered on an increasing number of farms as lambing and calving progresses during the spring, farming and veterinary experts have warned.
Collaboration the key to continued dairy progress
THE importance of collaboration to ensure the dairy industry is ‘fit for the future’ was highlighted by DairyCo’s Marco Winters at the British Cattle Breeders conference.
Hit the right spec with lamb for your market
CURRENT euro exchange rate uncertainties make it more important than ever to finish store lambs at the right specification for the market to ensure the best returns.
Bull management can optimise performance
THE management of breeding bulls after purchasing is an important part of ensuring good fertility rates.
Use cattle data wisely and make correct decisions
TWO speakers addressed the collection and efficient use of data at the end of the British Cattle Breeders conference.
Badger Trust announces cull legal challenge
THE Badger Trust has launched legal proceedings against the decision by Defra to sanction a badger cull in England.
Six-day standstill decision expected soon
CHANGES to livestock movement rules in England, including the six-day standstill, are set to be announced by Ministers later this month.
Take action to protect newborn calves from cold
FEBRUARY is traditionally a bad month for heifer rearing and steps should be taken now to ease the problems which may be faced.
Improving value of slurry N
FARMERS could improve slurry nitrogen content by more than 17 per cent if they introduce the dual inoculant SlurryBugs and SlurryBooster to their waste storage systems this winter, according to research findings from Kingshay.
Early ewe colostrum crucial
DELAYING colostrum intake at lambing for more than a few hours can render it ineffective, warns Nick Blayney from the Arden Forest Veterinary Group.
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IT crisis ‘should never have happened’ – AHVLA chief
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Future bright for UK sheep industry as trade remains firm
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NBA urges all cattle farmers be on alert for Schmallenberg
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Midges actively carried bluetongue across Europe
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Pedigree Holstein heifers sell to £2,320 at Skipton
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Store trade ‘outstanding’ at Kirkby Stephen
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Derrygiff Fire leads Dungannon Charolais at 5,200gns
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Rough Fells shine to reach £900 at Kendal
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Farmers in Wales opposed to NVZ changes
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EID red tape must be reduced
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Farmers taught butchering skills in Wales
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Schmallenberg found in cattle on Sussex farm
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Schmallenberg web discussion: Deputy Chief Vet answers questions
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Beef and dairy farmers questioned over BVD
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Schmallenberg: Farmers voice fear of the unknown
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The Archers tackles super dairies
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IAH searches for better Schmallenberg tests
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Lyon: Urgent action needed over pig welfare reforms
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BVA stresses ‘desperate’ need for Schmallenberg test
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AHVLA apologises to farmers for IT 'chaos'
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Perthshire farmer lauded for contribution livestock
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Compressing wool sheets for collection cost savings
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Beef and sheep breeding lags behind other sectors
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Modern beef breeding can cause breed defects
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Faster sheep tagging device
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Copper bolus for spring turnout
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Chelated minerals option for better milk yields
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Extra large hoof bandage launched
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Optimism and challenges in sheep industry
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Sarah wins young shepherds' competition