Livestock

Russell Steer on the joy of auctioneering

One Scottish family have made their mark on the poultry industry and now, the next generation are taking it on.

A devastating bovine TB outbreak back in 2010 shattered the dreams for a Pembrokeshire farming couple of setting up an award-winning pedigree beef herd

Following a challenging 2023 lamb crop, farmers are advised to remain vigilant against some of the risks which could impact the performance of overwintered lambs in the coming months

Metabolic disease can result in a wide spectrum of issues from suboptimal production to clinical disease at varying incidences. Farmers Guardian reports

A recent survey conducted as part of a combined ABP and Asda initiative, highlights the beneficial work that British farmers are accomplishing to boost farmland biodiversity

Bale grazing is a growing trend, allowing livestock producers to cut winter housing costs by outwintering stock in a way that is kind to the land

As part of a programme being funded by ABP, 350 livestock farmers are working together to make their businesses more carbon efficient. Farmers Guardian reports

Quality Meat Scotland said prime cattle prices began 2024 around 45 per cent higher than they started 2020

Producing the carcase specification their regular customers want, is key to a Lancashire beef finishing enterprise which has evolved over decades. Howard Walsh visited the Wilcock family