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

Vet Graham Shepherd says there are some common myths when it comes to colostrum pasteurisation for calf feeding

The use of an ear tag sensor system for cow data collection is helping with the management of Sandy Mitchell’s 1,400-cow herd

Murray Cochrane offers his perspective as a cow classification field officer as he embarks on his 25th year in the role

Research into antimicrobial resistance on dairy farms has uncovered some confirmed cases, and while it is not yet perceived to be a major problem, farmers are being warned to remain vigilant

After making the decision to convert arable acreage to pasture, Sam Roberts is now focused on reducing the environmental footprint of his grass-based suckler beef business

The old adage, ‘if you can't measure it, you can't manage it', is highly appropriate when it comes to weighing routines for youngstock.