Team structures and working patterns may have to radically change to meet the work-life balance expectations of the modern workforce, said speakers at the National Herdspersons Conference held at Harper Adams University, Shropshire.
The provision and quality of water is paramount to overall cow health and performance, but these are areas of management which are often overlooked.
Former Defra Secretary George Eustice is calling for a Coronation fund to support native livestock breeds
Maize and fodder beet growers are being urged to complete a survey about the impact of the loss of important seed dressings.
Seeing the devastating impact of bovine TB week in, week out, is driving farm vets out of the profession.
Government needs to act swiftly to extend parallel imports and permits for plant protection products until a proper regulatory process is in place, with the NFU warning the industry is running out of time.
A plan to tackle rural crime and protect wildlife in Wales was launched at the Royal Welsh showground on Thursday.
A ewe and 21 lambs have been killed after two dogs were let loose in a field in Kent.