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The annual barometer of native livestock breed numbers, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust’s watchlist, has been released.But what could some of these breeds could offer UK agriculture in the future?
24 April 2020
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5 min read
Livestock
The challenges of farming within extreme weather conditions was the main topic discusses at a virtual event, the first in a series to be hosted by the knowledge exchange network, Agricology.
24 April 2020
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4 min read
Livestock
The first cases of blowfly strike in 2020 have been reported in several locations in the UK.
23 April 2020
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1 min read
The Aberdeen-Angus Cattle Society is organising a team of ‘angels’ and a match making service to support livestock farmers with the expected labour challenges ahead.
15 April 2020
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1 min read
Livestock
The new ranking for young Holstein sires, published by AHDB Dairy, features some show-stopping figures.
09 April 2020
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7 min read
Livestock
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has announced changes to the way certain animal medicines can be safely prescribed and supplied during the coronavirus crisis.
09 April 2020
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2 min read
Livestock
Following a mild and wet winter, farmers are being advised to tackle rats in spring to avoid potential infestations this autumn.
03 April 2020
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1 min read
Livestock
A 2019 study carried out by AHDB showed that 64 per cent of flocks tested were positive for Johne’s disease. So what do producers need to know about the disease?
03 April 2020
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1 min read
Garthorne Farm has been managed organically for the past two decades, with 100 per cent of the milk produced processed and sold direct to the public.
27 March 2020
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8 min read
Livestock
As field conditions begin to improve, farmers will be considering their options for restoring soil health and boosting forage stocks.
26 March 2020
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5 min read