Advice - Livestock

Farmers are advised to test forage planned for in-lamb ewes to ensure correct supplementary feeding and optimal nutrition

General pneumonia control strategies are advised to help manage and prevent mycoplasma outbreaks in calves

A new calf shed is not always an option, but small and consistent improvements can help optimise current calf systems

The first maize silage analysis results for 2025 show the impact of the atypical growing season

Vet, Jim McKinstry of Farm Gate Vets shares his advice on managing calf pneumonia this autumn and winter

Q fever is widespread in UK dairy herds and has a significant impact on health and production, presenting a risk to reproductive performance

Keep an eye out for dung consistency, cudding and body condition this winter when evaluating how diets are performing

Teamwork has been key for tackling Johne’s disease in Micheal Brown's dairy cattle at Coton Hall Farm in Staffordshire

Following the breeding season, rams’ health can be neglected after they have been put to work, which can be detrimental to their longevity

Ulcerative dermatitis is a contagious condition which can be difficult to distinguish from other common issues found in sheep