‘Measure to manage' is the principle behind advice to instigate pregnancy diagnosis for suckler cows, with the process being a cost-effective herd management tool

A switch to cattle outwintering using deferred hill grazing has paved the way for herd expansion on the Black family's upland beef and sheep unit south-west of Edinburgh

Research carried out at the University of Liverpool has highlighted the importance of sole thickness in the prevention of sole lesions, says Prof George Oikonomou

A look at the options to help farmers meet new obligations for slurry storage and management

The Radmore family is facing serious challenges in their efforts to maintain the integrity of their hefted sheep and cattle on Dartmoor, while running their business within the constraints of a range of environmental prescriptions

‘Measure to Manage' was the focus of a recent webinar in a series hosted by the National Sheep Association, with Lawrence Martin explaining how he uses computer software to improve flock profitability

Improving flock efficiency was the subject of a recent National Sheep Association webinar, which was held as part of Sheep Health Week, with independent expert Lesley Stubbings advising on how to measure performance and set targets

Bovine papular stomatitis is not commonly diagnosed on dairy farms but producers should be aware of the viral infection, as its symptoms can mimic much more serious diseases, including foot-and-mouth and bovine viral diarrhoea

Retained foetal membrane is a ‘tip of the iceberg’ condition which can range from mild, to very serious

Grass silage quality has been variable this year and clamps have not been filled to capacity in some regions meaning some producers will now be looking to redress the balance where crops have fallen below expectations