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Bluetongue Virus Update
As of 30th July, according to the Ruminant Health and Welfare website, there have been seven cases of Bluetongue virus (BTV)-3 identified in England this vector season (2025-2026). These have…
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Veterinary Declaration Requirements for EU Exports
From the 13th of December 2023, a new veterinary declaration rule is coming into force across the country. The new rule requires farmers to certify that any POAO (Products of…
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Maximising Silage Quality
With silage time upon us, it is worth thinking about the key steps in the silage making process to maximise nutritional quality and minimise nutrient losses as much as possible.…
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Emergency Authorisation Approval to use Asulam for Bracken Control in 2021
Following the ending of the approval to use Asulam for bracken control on 31 December 2012, temporary annual arrangements have been put in place to allow the use of Asulam…
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A Season with Sheep
If you are new or relatively new to sheep keeping, join us for this series of 3 meetings online, discussing the 3 key seasons in the sheep year. We start…
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Ammonium Nitrate Storage
Following the catastrophic explosion in Beirut reportedly caused by a large amount of Ammonium Nitrate which apparently was stored incorrectly, it is prudent to review the storage requirements for this…
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Adapting summer plans: grazing ideas
Some may find themselves with more stock over the summer as a result of Covid-19 and interference with stock sales. This will put greater onus on grass utilisation to increase…
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A Foolproof Lambing System
Following the social distancing and hygiene measures from the government is highly important for those currently amid, or about to start, lambing – the last thing you want is a…
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Making more forage this year
With contingency planning and system changes possible, some might want to hone the mind on making more forage to increase stocking capacity and stock performance this year. This article summarises…
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Planning ahead for calving in the beef herd
‘Social distancing’ and ‘self-isolation’ were never mentioned until a few weeks ago, we are all now acutely aware of the implications of these measures, as we work together as a…
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