Farmers back wool campaign as prices increase by 50%
FARMERS have thrown their support behind efforts to bring British wool back into fashion and encourage industry and consumers to support the sector.
Read more | Comments (0) | April 01 2010
New weapon in the fight against sheep parasites - "orange" wormer
THE launch of a new anthemintic group will help in the fight against resistance to drenches
Read more | Comments (0) | March 28 2010
Increased risk of parasites to lambs grazing this April
LAMB producers across the country should be prepared to mount especially robust defences against internal parasites at grass this season.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 26 2010
FEATURE ARTICLE - The importance of Nutrient Management
IMPROVING Nutrient Management on farms In the North West is one of the Livestock Programme’s key themes, but why is it important and how does it affect performance?
Read more | Comments (0) | March 24 2010
Crossbreeding and genetic potential realised at group meeting
AN informative talk at Ravenstonedale Discussion Group demonstrated that by using breed selection through the use of EBV's, crossbreeding and genetic improvements, flock performance could be improved.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 24 2010
Farmers switched-on to renewable energy
A SERIES of thought-provoking meetings on the renewable energy options available to farmers have proven popular in Cumbria.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 23 2010
Cold late spring demands special grazing care
PROLONGED cold and wet conditions across much of the country in the winter and early spring make it more important than ever for beef and sheep producers to manage their grazing with the greatest possible care.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 15 2010
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
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
Tips to improve energy management to cut costs and carbon
THERE is a lot that beef and sheep businesses of every description can do to cut both their fixed costs and greenhouse gas emissions for very little effort or expense.
Read more | Comments (0) | March 02 2010