Optimising suckler herd fertility for Better Returns
Published on 15 July 2010
It costs between £450 and £800 to keep a suckler cow for a year, so it is essential she produces a viable calf every 365 days, to deliver an income which will cover this expenditure and produce a profit.
This manual from Eblex's Better Returns Programme explains how tools such as recording and benchmarking performance, pregnancy diagnosis and Body Condition Scoring (BCS)can help producers increase cow output. It also shows how appropriate feeding, breeding and health management can help.
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Improving Cattle Handling for Better Returns
Published on 29 June 2010
THIS manual from EBLEX'S Better Returns Programme aims to give you a better understanding of animal behaviour to help you refine your skills and improve your facilities.
It will help you take a freshlook at your stock, your system and yourself. Time spent honestly examining all of these will reward you through improved safety, enhanced efficiency and reduced stress.
Climate Change: solutions from the grassland sector
Published on 29 June 2010
PLANT breeding is a cost effective route to delivering increased production and improved environmental protection. High sugar ryegrass (HSG) varieties, bred at IBERS, improve (nitrogen) N use in the rumens of cattle and sheep, reducing emissions and increasing milk and meat production.
This paper has been taken from a summary by Matt Mellor of Agribusiness Communications talking at a seminar organised by the Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE) and the Institute of Biological, Environmental & Rural Sciences (IBERS) held at Stoneleigh Park.
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Silage: making, storing, and effluent collection systems for silos
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your silage making or storage facilities, or add new ones?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water Resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
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Earth bank slurry stores and tanks
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your earth bank stores or tanks, or install a new one?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
Slurry reception pits and in-situ or above-ground slurry stores
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your slurry stores or reception pits, or add new ones?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water Resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
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Low-rate slurry irrigation systems
Published on 29 June 2010
ARE you planning to substantially alter your low-rate slurry irrigation system, or install a new one?
If so, this fact sheet will help you meet the requirements of The Water Resources (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010. These are commonly referred to as SSAFO.
The ‘Smash and Grab’ Approach to Silage Making
Published on 03 June 2010
DO you cut now, or do you wait for better weather? It’s an important question when the quality of silage can make the difference between profit and loss.
This fact sheet from the Silage Advisory Centre raises awareness of the pros and cons to help farmers make an informed decision.
COWS (Control Of Worms Sustainably) - strategies for cattle
Published on 26 May 2010
USING this manual (produced by Eblex and DairyCo) to make specific decisions between farmers and advisers on an individual farm basis will ensure that wormers are used effectively and responsibly.
All anthelmintics should be integrated with grassland management systems, along with other management tools, to allow effective use and ensure they are cost effective.
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Improving Soils for Better Returns
Published on 04 May 2010
The information in this manual offers useful advice on the financial benefit of good soil, how to assess and improve your grassland to improve returns from crop and animal production through appropriate soil management.
It was compiled by independent grassland specialist Charlie Morgan, EBLEX livestock Scientist Liz Genever and EBLEX industry development manager Chris Lloyd. A FREE printed copy can be requested by e-mailing brp@eblex.org.uk or by calling 0870 241 8829.