Health and welfare in a post-Brexit world will be largely defined by Defra’s Animal Health and Welfare Pathway, but what will this mean for farmers?Ìý
Organisers of the Dairy Show, held at the Bath and West showground, Somerset, have said the event will go ahead on October 7 but there will be no livestock classes held this year.
Mycotoxins in straw could be impacting on pig health and performance
Farmers are being urged to be on the lookout for a spike in worm cases due to recent wetter weather.
Failing to maintain strict teat hygiene management in summer conditions can lead to deteriorating skin condition, as well as high bacteria loading and increased risk of mastitis.Ìý
There is growing evidence to suggest that Johne’s disease can spread between different livestock species.
A low-cost scheme which monitors for Maedi Visna (MV) has been designed and launched with commercial sheep flocks in mind.
Early indicators suggest quality is good for first cut silage following the analysis of over 600 samples at Trouw Nutrition GB’s laboratory in Ashbourne.
Ultrasound scanning of calf lungs is a novel way of assessing for sub-clinical pneumonia, so that earlier treatment or a preventative program can be put in place.
With the 2020 show season cancelled as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, we have launched a competition which will give you the chance to showcase your stock this year.