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Maximising Silage Quality

…and improved animal performance. Various additives are available with some more suited to high dry matter or low dry matter crops. They range from bacterial inoculants, food grade preservatives, acids,…

Agribusiness News July 2022: Sheep

…of sheep meat being consumed during this period. The slaughter of the animal should occur within the 3-day festival, meaning it is a small marketing window for the sector. There…

Milk Manager News July 2022 – White Clover/Grass Balance Management

…clover in the sward to persist. Poor grazing management can also lead to the clover being selected by grazing animals due to its increased palatability. Increasing the stocking rate while…

Water Requirements at Grass

…when deciding the size of water system you need to make sure water is always in front of the animal. When intensive grazing, animals will come to drink as individuals…

Milk Manager News July 2022 – Maximising Beef from the Dairy Herd

…of antibodies from colostrum Animal nutrition Animal health Growth performance What to consider when finishing your own beef bred cattle: What the customer wants and when the product is required….

Large Or Small – Why Every Pig Keeper Has A Big Role To Play In Keeping Disease Out

…should be considered where possible. Feed stores can be a haven for birds and other animals so doors should be kept shut where possible or mesh screens used to prevent…

How To Optimise Energy Use Within Your Pig Enterprise

…Critical Temperature (LCT) for the animals. The effect of LCT on growth rate and feed intake are shown below: Insulate Your Buildings Modern pig buildings require suitable insulation to…

Acorn Toxicity

…tarry faeces. Polyuria/polydipsia, haematuria and icterus may also be seen, and urea and liver enzymes will be increased. Acutely affected animals die within 24 to 72 hours. Animals that survive…

Agribusiness News April 2024 – Beef

…December, ABP have also recently announced revised specifications in a move to reflect market conditions and the greater influence of dairy beef bred animals. This will see greater rewards for…