Joanne Pugh
I am the livestock editor at Farmers Guardian, which means I cover all the latest advice on health, fertility and nutrition for all ruminants. My life with FG began in 2003 when I was embarked on a six-week work’s experience placement and never left! I have spent time writing news and features before finding my niche is 2006, taking on my current role and embracing lots of technical livestock information. I grew up on a mixed farm near Ludlow and return to Shropshire most weekends to continue my involvement with the local YFC. In fact, between that and travelling all over the country for FG, I spend more time in my car than in my house – and my car boot certainly contains more clothes than my wardrobe does!
Contact Info
- Tel: 01772 799412
- E-mail: joanne.pugh@ubm.com
Recent stories
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NIR protein analysis accuracy concerns
A STUDY in Wales has highlighted concerns about the accuracy of protein values from certain methods of silage analysis.
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Wall planner to help with flock health management
Visual approach to flock health planning.
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RWS 2011: Limousin heifer takes beef title
LIMOUSIN heifer Ironstone Dumandy, from Smiths of Bloxham, was descried as ‘almost perfect’ by judge Jim Bloom as she was tapped out in the Beef Interbreed at the Royal Welsh Show.
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