cattle

Deadweight beef prices began 2024 very strongly, although they have slipped over the past few weeks. However, the buoyant liveweight trade suggests that beef's bull run is not over just yet

Ahead of bulling a suckler herd, preparation can often focus on the females, but bull health is equally important to ensure calving goes smoothly. Ellie Layton reports.

Attention to detail and strict protocols are key to effective footbathing, helping reduce the economic consequences of digital dermatitis and keep cows sound on their feet.

55 farms in Kent, Norfolk and Suffolk have confirmed 99 cases of the virus

NFU deputy president, Tom Bradshaw said the industry was ‘seeing austerity in action', adding APHA were doing everything it could within its budget, but Government must give them better resources

After persevering to find the right opportunity, Helen and Tom Marsden are now farming in the hills of Dumfries. Emily Ashworth finds out more

The vital role of cattle in conservation is being highlighted by a project, which is aiming to transform a landscape and boost local ecology.

A professor of virology at University of Nottingham said the weather conditions will be important over the next three months. Prof Peter Mertens said: "If you get low temperatures in winter, onward transmission is going to be curtailed"

APHA confirmed 23 cases of the virus have been detected since November 11

Defra said there was 'no evidence' bluetongue was circulating in the UK