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Sub-Acute Ruminal Acidosis in the Dairy Herd
Acute acidosis is a metabolic disease characterised by unexplained diarrhoea, inappetence, lethargy, bloating and, in extreme cases, death. It is caused by a sudden drop in rumen pH usually below…
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Mid-Season Management of Slurry
With many farmers now preparing grassland for second cut silage, this article provides a reminder of some basic principles of nutrient management and considers how to make the best possible…
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Rural Innovation Support Service: “Getting the right people together”
Since its February launch, the Rural Innovation Support Service (RISS) has been busy, with six working groups up and running, four more in the pipeline and many more ideas germinating.…
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Up to £1,600 available for Scottish farmers seeking specialist advice on business efficiency
Scottish farmers and crofters can now claim additional funding for specialist advice on business efficiency as part of an Integrated Land Management Plan (ILMP) through the Farm Advisory Service (FAS).…
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The challenge of managing spring barley disease in 2018
After a late start to the season, spring barley crops are growing rapidly. Disease management needs in a shortened season can be hard to judge. Late season green leaf retention…
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North East Organic Farming Discussion Group – Craibstone Visit (Event Summary)
This was the second meeting of year two of the North East Organic Farming Discussion Group. We started with a farm tour of Craibstone led by Stewart Rae the Farm…
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Women in Agriculture – June / July 2018
Inspiring events for women in agriculture Following the success of our initial Women in Agriculture events, Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service are pleased to announce the next round of meetings which…
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Angus Soil & Nutrient Network – Final meeting
The 3rd & final Soil & Nutrient Network Meeting was held at the Finavon House Hotel. Zach Reilly, SAC Consulting, opened the meeting with a background Bogindollo Farm and the changes…
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Upland Habitats and Impacts of Herbivores, Isle of Jura – Event summary
The impacts of grazing of both domestic and wild herbivores affects the long term sustainability of upland habitats. For upland managers it is important to recognise these different upland habitats…
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Leatherjacket risk high for second year in a row
Leatherjacket is the name given to the grubs of the crane fly or “daddy-long-legs”. They live just below soil level and each year eat the roots of grasses and other…
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