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Get the upper crust with slurry
ALLOWING a crust to form on a slurry lagoon or tank is a cost-free method of reducing emissions while storing manure and slurry, and will help get more nutrients from your muck into your soils and crops, according to the latest information from DairyCo.
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EBLEX parasite guide updated for 2010
BEEF and sheep producers can be confident they're making an informed choice about parasite control products, thanks to the latest EBLEX parasite guide.
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Get cows on the right track this spring
COW tracks should be seen as a crucial part of your farm infrastructure according to DairyCo extension officer Piers Badnell.
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