Advice - Livestock

Abortions in cattle bring financial loss and emotional strain, but early action and strong herd management can make a difference

Bloat can be a deadly condition in cattle therefore knowing how to spot, treat and prevent it could help save your stock

Maintaining optimal condition for cows and bulls early in the season can enhance fertility and set the foundation for a successful breeding season

Traditional manure management strategies could be resulting in lost nutrients, but handling manure like silage could help maximise its value

Standing and stagnant water are the main risk areas for dogs to contract lepto infections on-farm, with humans also at risk

Follow this five-point plan to achieve optimal innate and acquired calf immunity and reduce respiratory disease on-farm

Vet Emma Greaves of Stapeley Veterinary Practice, shares her top tips on managing coccidiosis outbreaks in young lambs

How lambs are managed in the first few hours of life and through to weaning is key to long term health and performance

Undervaluing the importance of navel health at lambing time can provide repercussions in the thrift and development in young lambs. Ellie Layton looks at why it is paramount.

Now is a good time to be assessing leys, but any improvements should be considered within the wider context of the farm