Routine testing of bull fertility is an essential but often overlooked aspect of suckler herd profitability
As sowing time approaches, growers will need to ensure soil preparation and conditions are correct to ensure good crop establishment
If farmers are looking to turn out early, they are being reminded to assess the condition of the grazing platform, manage magnesium levels and prevent butterfat depression
Livestock farmers wanting to improve their grassland in line with the latest SFI requirements need to optimise nitrogen use with advisers pointing to the growing role of sulphur in the equation
Having enough storage is the all important starting point when it comes making best use of slurries and farmyard manures
The latest research is furthering our understanding of milk composition, allowing milk replacers to be formulated to ensure even more effective calf rearing
With tight margins, maximising returns is important, and for sheep producers one way of achieving this is to produce lamb which buyers will pay the most money for
Improving flock efficiency was the subject of a recent National Sheep Association webinar, which was held as part of Sheep Health Week, with independent expert Lesley Stubbings advising on how to measure performance and set targets
Vet, Dr Tim Potter shares how vets can help farmers optimise welfare and productivity through the Animal Health and Welfare Infrastructure grant to fund cattle housing
With 2023 maize crops in the clamp, some growers will already be thinking about variety selection for next year