Data-led decision-making with Herd Advance's automated weigher

Using technology to gather more accurate data on cattle growth proves to be a positive move for an upland farmer

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Data-led decision-making with Herd Advance's automated weigher

Robbie Newlands' upland unit, near the town of Forres, Moray, Scotland, covers 445 hectares. Home to Mr Newlands and his wife Kirsty, Cluny Farm is a mixed farm with around 180 head of Simmental and Saler...

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