Livestock News

Livestock farmers were encouraged to take advantage of opportunities provided by the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) improved grassland soils standard at a recent farmer meeting organized jointly by Hutchinsons and Anson Farm Feeds.

Due to the sunny weather experienced in spring 2022, first cut silage from this year is exceptionally high in sugar content, allowing farmers to offset the lower value of subsequent cuts throughout the coming winter.

An annual AHDB report that looks at the cost of pig meat production in 17 countries has revealed a 20% increase in GB costs for indoor pigs last year as opposed to a 6% rise in EU countries.

The Royal Agricultural Society of England is delighted to announce that its flagship event, the British Pig & Poultry Fair, will be moving to a new venue at the NEC for 2024 and beyond.

Dairy-Tech is set to return next year with new show features offering practical advice on lameness management, environmental schemes, and how to build a resilient business during these tumultuous times.

Sister and brother Beth and Luke Wilkinson from North Yorkshire took home both the championship and reserve titles during a memorable finale at the 2022 English Winter Fair.

As UK egg producers continue to face the threat of going out of business, the NFU is calling for Defra to urgently look into whether an “exceptional market conditions” declaration should be made under section 20 of the Agriculture Act 2020.

A new report from the Public Accounts Committee has raised questions about Weybridge’s ability to cope with a major disease outbreak, as well as government plans for redevelopment – and makes a series of seven recommendations for Defra.

A farmer in North Yorkshire who grazes his sheep on common land has spoken out about the benefits of testing for scab and the importance of breaking the stigma related to the condition.

As more calves flood the market than ever before, dairy calf producers are being reminded to choose marketing routes wisely to ensure they are paid a fair price for their livestock.

Lambing season is by far the most demanding time of year for sheep farmers, which is why livestock farmers and Nettex area business managers, Jane Moodie and Gwyn James recommend taking a checklist approach to pre-lambing preparation.

BFREPA chief Robert Gooch said the development is a “wake up call” to all retailers that they can’t expect farmers to work for nothing.