Livestock

Cumbrian dairy farmers Stephen and Mike Little have been growing maize in challenging conditions for more than 20 years with yields of over 60t/ha freshweight achieved

Oliver Harrison, BFA Sheep Farmer of the Year 2024, is setting a benchmark for progressive and sustainable upland sheep farming at Aimshaugh, in the Cumbrian hills

It is estimated the dairy industry will need to spend £3.9 billion over the next 10 years to improve its climate resilience, which he said worked out at around £500,000 for each farm – or an additional 2.4 pence per litre

Cattle farmers are being reminded to take extra care over where their animals are kept as thousands of people are expected to head to the countryside over the Easter break

British Poultry Council urges Government to double down in UK-US trade talks

Union says Government must take tough decisions if it is going to stand by its farmers

Joanne Sharpe, a PhD student at Harper Adams University, is investigating the use of digital tools and sensors, including wearable devices that monitor dairy cows 24/7

NFU livestock board chair David Barton said with investment from the Government and the entire supply chain, the beef sector could meet 'growing global demand, while aligning with climate and environment ambitions'

Good colostrum management and cleanliness of calf housing and equipment is key to managing cryptosporidiosis infections on-farm

Despite UK beef production being expected to fall this year, with tighter supplies anticipated in the second half compared to the first, QMS said beef prices could remain strong for farmers