Farmers urged to use a newer active when drenching sheep this autumn
2nd November 2022
Following a major increase in worm egg counts, it is recommended that sheep farmers switch to a newer group 4-AD (orange) wormer for mid-to-late season drenching.
Spotlight on: Ovine Johne’s disease
31st October 2022
Research has shown that clinical ovine Johne’s disease can cause a 46% reduction in overall productivity. Livestock technical veterinary advisor for Virbac, Kate Ingram, offers advice on prevention.
Wool producer using rotational grazing wins sustainability award
27th October 2022
Yorkshire-based farming couple Liam and Becky McPartland have won the first-ever VetPartners Sheep Sustainability Award in recognition of their success in reducing the use of anthelmintic wormers in sheep by switching to a rotational grazing system.
App saves farmers time on paperwork and boosts profitability, survey shows
21st October 2022
A recent survey by Herdwatch revealed more than 1,600 farmers said the app saves them an average of three hours a week, allows them to monitor and manage their herd performance more efficiently, and ultimately increases profitability. One dairy farmer from Cornwall even calls the app her “supernanny”.
NSA chief voices concern over “government chaos”
21st October 2022
Liz Truss’s resignation yesterday (20th October) after just 45 days as PM has caused further turmoil for industries across the country, said National Sheep Association chief executive Phil Stocker.
British lamb shipped to the US for the first time in 25 years
10th October 2022
British lamb was shipped to the United States for the first time in over two decades last week, opening up a market worth £37 million in the first five years of trade to the UK sheep industry.
Young farming couple devastated after losing 58 sheep in Cumbria flash flood
5th October 2022
Dan Simpson and Ruby Cappleman experienced the ‘worst day of their lives’, losing 58 ewe lambs in a flash flood near Keswick and appealed to the local authorities for help managing the River Derwent.
Testing for sheep scab could prevent unnecessary treatment costs
5th October 2022
Farmers are encouraged to test incoming sheep for scab to determine whether treatment is required and avoid unnecessary costs.
Managing wormer resistance is key to flock health planning
26th September 2022
Wormer resistance presents a growing threat to the sheep sector and has prompted Powys-based shepherd Ernie Richards to implement a more sustainable worming programme that supports flock performance while preserving wormer efficacy.
Project aims to tackle ear tag issues on cattle and sheep farms
26th September 2022
Researchers are looking to speak to a range of farmers and crofters to help improve retention rates and avoid penalties due to missing ear tags.
High potential for blowfly strike this autumn
2nd September 2022
Sheep farmers are being warned of a continued blowfly strike risk this autumn, with the likelihood of a period of mild and wet weather.
Online tool helps cattle and sheep farmers cut antibiotic use
30th August 2022
Northants beef farmer Mark Jelley (pictured) has seen strong reduction in his farm’s use of antibiotics and been able to identify key herd health issues, with the help of his
