Higher conception rates with sexed semen compared to conventional has given one West Sussex ice cream producer the confidence to use it across cows and heifers and thus breed the very best replacements possible.
One Lancashire dairy farmer believes the technique he employs of using SexedULTRA 4M semen, in combination with genomic testing, is highly relevant to all pure-bred Jersey herds which rear their own replacements.
More growers will be considering linseed as a break crop this winter, according to research carried out by Arable Farming’s sister publication Farmers Guardian.
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With the kind co-operation of some of our contract growers, Premium Crops have established a number of ’Monitor Farms’ for winter linseed.
Often chosen as a last-minute break crop, a lack of attention to detail with some pulse crops means they are not given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
The British farm livestock of the future may have six legs rather than four.
Adam Henson, a well-known TV personality, followed in his father’s footsteps and is passionate about sustainable and authentic farming.
Switching milking systems has gained traction over the past decade, with farmers wanting to upgrade technology and reduce milking labour. For one farm a dual approach is creating flexibility for the future. Natalie Noble reports.