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Pollinators and Beneficial Insects on Arable Farms
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. There is an abundance of…
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Measuring Grass
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. A small proportion of UK…
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Interpreting Grassland P & K Soil Analysis
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. With many farmers having utilised…
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Get Ready for Harvest
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. As we head into summer,…
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Benefits of Multi-Species Grassland Leys for Arable Farming
This article is produced as a part of the FAS Crops & Soils Bulletin. Subscribe now to receive the full report in your inbox monthly. Multi-species grassland leys in crop…
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The Benefits of Waterway Restoration for Farmers
Scotland’s salmon are currently in crisis. Since the 1970s the population has been in decline as this iconic species is slowly disappearing from the rivers they once called home.. As…
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Ventilation in Calf Housing through Summer
As the weather warms steps need to be taken to prevent disease outbreaks in calves. Calf sheds should be well-ventilated to ensure cool fresh air is flowing through. Air capacity…
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How to Get Started with Multi-Cut Silage
System overview With the increasing cost of purchased concentrates and forages putting pressure on margins, farmers are looking to get more production out of their home-grown forage. A multi cut…
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Supplying Water to Rotationally Grazed Beef Cattle
Designing an effective rotational grazing system involves ensuring a reliable supply of clean drinking water for livestock across multiple paddocks or pastures. This system must withstand weather extremes and ensure…
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Managing Johne’s Disease Within Your Herd
Johne’s disease is a chronic, contagious bacterial disease of the intestinal tract mainly seen in ruminant species, particularly dairy cattle. It is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium avium subspecies Paratuberculosis…
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