Publications

With good nutrition, animals are healthier and more of their genetic potential can be achieved. Nutrition is the biggest driver of flock or herd performance. This practical guide will give…

Rushes are an issue on many crofts and small farms. Rushes reduce the area available for grazing, and although damp grassland provides breeding habitat for many wading birds, dense rush…

Rushes are an issue on many crofts and small farms. Rushes reduce the area available for grazing, and although damp grassland provides breeding habitat for many wading birds, dense rush…

Lambing is one of the most important times of year for sheep breeders. This Practical Guide covers all the basic steps of lambing, including when to intervene, and when to…

Soil & Nutrient Network: Case Study – Dunadd, Argyll

Balnellan Farm in Moray is one of the 2018-19 Soil & Nutrient Network host farms. Find out more about the farm and some of the topics that have been the focus of attention during recent events in this case study.

Amy Jo Reid has followed her passion for sheep farming and has built her career around this. After applying for an opportunity at Drummuir Estate for a contract shepherd, Amy…

Soil & Nutrient Network: Case Study – Midgarth Farm, Stronsay, Orkney

Soil & Nutrient Network: Case Study – Kincraigie, Auchlossan, Aberdeenshire

Milk Manager News March 2019