Livestock

This week's letters from FG readers

Government says proposed changes will reduce the pressure on industry during an avian influenza outbreak

The British Society of Animal Sciences (BSAS) recently hosted a workshop held at Queen's University Belfast, which looked at methane mitigation research

APHA confirmed 25 premises have identified bluetongue since November 11

Livestock farmers wanting to improve their grassland in line with the latest SFI requirements need to optimise nitrogen use with advisers pointing to the growing role of sulphur in the equation

Proposition 12 bans the sale of pork meat produced with gestation crates

Farmers need more stability and clarity about new environmental schemes

The National Pig Association has called for all non-commercial meat imports to be made illegal

Data from the auction marts is now available through the Livestock Auctioneers’ Association’s own platform

The vital role of cattle in conservation is being highlighted by a project, which is aiming to transform a landscape and boost local ecology.