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.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 09 2010
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.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 08 2010
VIDEO REPORT: EID explained at Lancaster demo event (updated 5/3/10)
A FULL sales ring at Lancaster Auction Mart saw close to 200 farmers attend a day organised by Myerscough College to explain how EID works.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 05 2010
Out-wintering pads are a viable option
OUT-WINTERING pads offer a sustainable alternative to out-wintering livestock on grassland and a reduced cost alternative to conventional housing.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 03 2010
Controlling Mastitis (Pt 2) - Getting to grips with contagious mastitis
IMPROVEMENTS in the management of contagious mastitis and parlour technology has seen many farmers turn their attention to environmental causes in recent years.
Read more | Comments (0) | February 26 2010
Cattle handling and beef breeding best practice
TWENTY eight farmers attended a day organised by Myerscough College on Improving Beef Breeding and Cattle Handling Systems at a farm near Chorley in Lancashire.
Read more | Comments (0) | February 25 2010
Performance Grants Update – February 2010
A TOTAL of 128 performance grant applications have so far gone through decision panels to help improve animal health and welfare, nutrient management and resource efficiciency on livestock farms in the North West.
Read more | Comments (0) | February 25 2010
VLA - Farmers must remain vigilant
DEFRA'S veterinary surveillance programme has flagged up two new diseases that farmers need to be aware of.
Read more | Comments (0) | February 24 2010
EID Demonstration Event at Penrith Auction
THE EID event was run in conjunction with Penrith and District Farmers Mart on January 26th and was attended by most major manufacturers of sheep tags, EID readers, software and handling facilities, with Andrew Wright giving two presentations during the day to a packed ringside each time.
Read more | Comments (0) | February 20 2010
Sheep farmers should mind the energy gap - say SAC vets
AS the country clears up after the Festive Season freeze, shepherds must ensure their lambing flocks don’t suffer a New Year hangover. SAC vets are promoting a simple blood test that can spot feeding problems early and ensure that pregnant ewes go into 2010 well nourished.
Read more | Comments (0) | February 15 2010