Livestock

There is no doubt climate change is real and we have to reduce, halt and reverse it while at the same time feeding a growing population, which is a huge challenge.

There is widespread misunderstanding about the impact methane has on global warming and UK farmers need guidance to help them reach climate goals, according to Myles Allen, professor of geosystem science and head of the clima

There is widespread misunderstanding about the impact methane has on global warming and UK farmers need guidance to help them reach climate goals, according to Myles Allen, professor of geosystem science and head of the clima

The Government has confirmed an agreement has been reached to secure supplies of CO2 gas for the food industry

For John Kerr changes made to improve the carbon footprint of his dairy farming business have achieved their initial goal, and also led to greater efficiencies. Lynsey Clark reports.

Performance, not looks, should define dairy herd breeding decisions in a time where so much data is increasingly usable and reliable, said dairy farmer Andrew Rutter at this year’s online British Cattle Breeders C

Current chief executive Alan Clarke will step down in April 2022 after five years in the role

Ease of management and good fleshing ability were two of Hugh and Cara Thomson’s main attractions to the Aberdeen-Angus breed. Katrina Macarthur reports.

Watery mouth is one of the most common diseases affecting young lambs. Veterinary surgeon, Will Barker, Castle Vets, Barnard Castle, offers some advice on its prevention.

Volunteers are at the heart of many aspects of the farming community, often keeping traditions alive and organisations running smoothly.