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Sheep have often been the poor relation when it comes to health planning on the farm, but it is not difficult if broken down into manageable areas

Experts are urging farmers to safeguard dairy heifers from parasites at housing to maintain their health, growth, and productivity over winter

Autumn tends to mark the start of the rodent season with the onset of lower temperatures encouraging rats and mice to seek shelter and warmth

While cattle emissions are generally negative for the environment, ruminant agriculture is a positive contributor to soil health showed by results from a recent Soil Association Exchange report

Babesia is a blood parasite that infects many animals and occasionally humans. In the UK, babesiosis in cattle, also known as red water fever, is the most significant disease

A metabolic blood profiling study across a dozen spring-calving suckler herds in Scotland uncovered problems at the pre-calving and post-calving stages

Navel infections are a common issue in calves and globally 25-30% will have a navel infection early in life

Ahead of tupping season, sheep farmers are being reminded of the economic and welfare risks that abortion poses to the flock. Ellie Layton reports.

Implementation of five-point sheep lameness plan improves flock health and welfare

Whether or not to tup hoggs can be a tricky decision especially when the focus is on growing your flock. SAC sheep specialist Poppy Frater offers some advice