According to AHDB, every case of pneumonia is estimated to cost farmers in the region of £30 to £80. A startling figure that rises to £500 in fatal cases. In total, pneumonia in calves costs the UK cattle industry more than 50 million pounds every year. And the warmer and wet winters we’re now experiencing […]
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Dec
Dec
With forage reported to be (variably) reduced in quality and quantity this winter feeding season, neither grass or silage can be relied on. This makes feeding pre calver minerals to bolster nutrition even more critical, especially in the calving transition. Fully meeting the nutritional needs of pre-calving suckler and dairy cows in the six weeks […]
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Dec
Dec
The average livestock grazing system targeted to produce and consume as much as 10 tonnes of dry matter per hectare (4 tonnes per acre). However, 50 – 80% of forage-producing fields are currently underutilised. The right livestock mineral block can make all the difference. Whether grazed all-year-round or housed in the winter, ruminant animals hold […]
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Nov
Nov
Regular weather changes have led to severe respiratory challenges for young dairy calves throughout the autumn of 2024. According to David Morgan, this emphasises the necessity of a draught-free environment and dry and comfortable bedding at all times. He added: “These young animals need access to highly digestible feed sources. It’s also a reality that […]
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Nov
Nov
Damian Barson of Tessleymoor Farm has been spinning many plates the last three years in a bid to get himself established in the tricky world of farming. One thing that’s remained consistent from day one, is the use of Crystalyx Extra High Energy feed licks. Damian started farming at the age of 50. But before […]
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Oct
Oct
Nutrition mid-pregnancy should not be overlooked It is important to maintain body condition in this key period as it pays dividends in terms of scanning rate and subsequent lamb performance. Lakeside Lleyn’s have achieved a 204% scanning rate thanks to Crystalyx Extra High Energy Mid-pregnancy (months two and three) is when the embryo is implanted […]
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Oct
Oct
As the autumn progresses and the nutritional quality of autumn grass regresses in tandem, it is vital that producers keep the diet in balance with the aid of supplements. The three major questions to be asking when autumn grazing are: Will productive cattle have sufficient sugar for the rumen to digest autumn grass effectively? Will […]
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Sep
Sep
Having ewes and tups in optimal condition for tupping forms the basis of profitability for both lowland and hill sheep farmers. A fact that has only been exacerbated by record lamb prices and projected higher costs to rear replacements this year. Ewe efficiency is directly linked to profitability and can be impacted by the following […]
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Aug
Aug
Extreme rainfall is steadily on the rise and is impacting on the availability of micronutrients to grazing animals. The Met Office has reported via the UK Climate report that the UK has become nine percent wetter over the last few decades. EPA Climate Ireland have also reported a seven percent increase in rainfall in the […]
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Aug
Aug
is Whatever your land type or market target, the number of lambs you rear will impact the income you reap from your sheep enterprise. Tupping sheep is the starting point for avoiding those empty sheep that don’t pay the bills. The best thing you can do is to look back at your previous lambing’s. What […]
