Livestock

Speaking at the Hybu Cig Cymru conference, David Henig said the nature of the changes going on around the world meant every producer or exporter was facing existential challenges

Industry groups have reacted with anger after it was revealed that a leading supermarket has opted to sell imported eggs while UK producers battle to meet demands.

The Government has been accused of failing its leading animal welfare facility, leaving UK farming, trade and health facing a ‘significant threat’ from disease, according to a report published this week.

The Competition Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation following the acquisition of veterinary and livestock services company Vorenta Group by official veterinarian specialists Eville & Jones.

Exhibitors from far and wide gathered for this year’s Stars of the Future Calf Show at Stirling.

A South Devon cattle breeder was at the head of the queue when genomic evaluation was offered for the first time by the breed society this autumn. Olliver Rounsevell believes that the increased selection accuracy will improve

Suckler calf weaning weights are an important measure of any suckler herd, to understand herd performance, output and profitability.

First generation sheep farmer, Hugh Guinan is building up a flock of Innovis ewes and working with local farmers to improve soil health – all while juggling his full-time job. Ellie Layton reports.

Robert West will be returning to the Royal Welsh Winter Fair hoping to repeat last year’s success with prime lambs.

A common but often undiscussed problem in the calving pen is swollen navels on newborn calves. Ellie Layton finds out more.