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Feed Industry: Messages during Covid-19
The challenges for feed suppliers The feed industry has experienced a knock-on effect from the closure of distilleries, mainly caused by staff shortages. These closures are likely to make draff,…
Read More >Top tips for calving
With most of the suckler cows in Scotland calving in the spring, now is a timely opportunity to highlight some top tips for calving which will pay dividends in the…
Read More >Caesarean Section In Cattle
The legacy of a great year for grass is an increasing number of cows likely to require a caesarean section. While a natural birth is the goal, when a section is required there are several things that are needed for a successful outcome.
Read More >Body conditioning scoring tips amid reports of more caesareans
The importance of managing body conditioning scores has been highlighted following reports of an increased number of caesarean sections in calving cows. Strong grass growth has led to more overly…
Read More >Carbon audits – your guide to efficiency and performance
Apply for a carbon audit to improve the technical performance and efficiency of your farming business In addition to being more environmentally sustainable, farms with a low carbon footprint are…
Read More >Scottish Government opens events on winter nutrition and grazing availability to all farmers and crofters across Scotland
In response to concerns that this year’s weather conditions will result in Scottish farmers and crofters facing feed and fodder shortages this winter, Scottish Government is allowing all farmers and…
Read More >Mycotoxin Risk with High Dry Matter Silages
Grass silages on average this year are much higher in dry matter and protein and slightly lower in fibre, which means intake potential is up to 15% more than that…
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