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New research from the Royal Veterinary College has revealed that nearly a third of calves in the UK experience bovine respiratory disease and subclinical pneumonia

A rapid treatment response for lame cows in between scheduled hoof trimmer visits can pay dividends

Hopes growers in Great Britain and Northern Ireland will benefit from newly authorised foliar PPP

Dairy farmers are being encouraged to gradually transition cows to grazed grass at turnout to avoid a drop in milk yields and compromised rumen health

Giving every lamb the best start in life is the focus for sheep farmers at lambing time, however, they have been reminded not to waste the potential of cade lambs.

Ultrasound lung scanning can be a quick and effective diagnostic tool for monitoring calf respiratory disease and pointing to treatment options

Abortion is one of the biggest economic and welfare issues affecting the UK sheep flock each year

Engaging with a flock health club and following the five point plan have reduced lameness to a target 2% on a North Yorkshire farm

Lance Charity grazes 150 sheep on a constantly shifting 0.6 hectares (1.5 acres) of land by using a clever fencing technique which has benefits to soil, crop and animal health

Spotting early signs of mastitis can help to manage and treat ewes