Livestock News

Automation technology that is reliable, upgradeable and simple to use is proving to be a big drawcard crucial for the future of dairy farming.

After 18 months of Covid-19 restrictions, UK Dairy Day returned in September, welcoming more than 7,000 visitors to the one-day event at The International Centre, Telford. It was the first of its kind since March 2020 and brought the industry together for some much-needed face-to-face networking, as well as showcasing the UK’s best dairy cattle.

The risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 in wild birds has increased from low to medium.

Having an effective cleaning and disinfection programme is essential in modern calf house management. Evans Vanodine provides a handy six-step cleaning and disinfection programme to ensure good hygiene and reduce infection in your calves.

First outbreak since March 2021 detected at wild bird rescue centre.

Hybu Cig Cymru (Meat Promotion Wales) said it has taken ‘immediate action’ after it came to light that a beef product was labelled as ‘Welsh’ despite the label also saying the animal was born, reared and slaughtered in Australia.

Winter indoor housing is a high-risk period for cattle and can be one of the most stressful times of the entire year. Dr Tom Barragry, veterinary surgeon, pharmacologist and adviser to Provita Animal Health, offers advice on avoiding common and costly health concerns at housing.

Responding to the current crisis in the British pig industry, leading farming charity, RABI, has announced the immediate availability of additional support to those affected.

A dry, cool spring across most of the UK, followed by some hot, dry spells over the summer, means the liver fluke risk is generally going to be low this autumn and winter. But farmers still need to prepare in the face of changes to treatment.

Following weeks of growing tension, which saw farmers protesting at the Conservative Party Conference, the government has announced plans to help alleviate the crisis. 

The National Sheep Association (NSA) has introduced two enthusiastic young sheep farmers ready to educate and inspire the British public as part of the Love Lamb campaign.

Norbrook Laboratories’ technical vet offers guidance on fluke risk factors for cattle this year, understanding the fluke life cycle and how to achieve effective and sustainable control.