Sheep farmers targeting a trouble-free lambing in 2027 should be mindful of cobalt as one of a number of key minerals where deficiencies can inflict

Another dry summer has compounded forage concerns, with many farms that have chosen to feed this year’s silage already facing further losses due to clamps

Dry cow nutrition for autumn calving dairy cows will require additional attention where heat stress and a shortage of available grazing become a consequence of

Weaning is an ideal time to assess ewes’ body condition score (BCS), as well as checking teeth, feet, and udders, as it leaves sufficient time

With periods of extreme high temperatures more likely and less predictable in the changing UK climate, dairy farmers need to be more prepared to combat

Maximising lamb growth rates post-weaning should be a priority for sheep farmers, given the positive impact that earlier finishing can have on overall flock performance.

Feeding garlic to cattle and sheep as a natural insect repellent can help to reduce problems caused by flies, midges and ticks, according to Rumenco

Dairy farms grazing pastures that have been waterlogged over the winter should be mindful of potential mineral imbalances and their impact on the reproductive performance

Sheep farmers in the UK are being urged to give greater consideration to the mineral and trace element supplementation of lactating ewes and their lambs