Search results for: animal welfare updates
Search results for: animal welfare updates
Policy Shift in Deer Management for Climate and Nature
…of deer-vehicle collisions. Poorer animal welfare due to overpopulation (e.g. winter starvation). The Environmental Need Deer control is now central to Scotland’s environmental and climate resilience strategy. Healthy woodlands and…
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Funding Available for Future, New and Established Organic Farmers
…soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare while reducing reliance on synthetic inputs. Transitioning to or sustaining an organic system could be a meaningful step toward a more resilient future for…
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Prepare Your Sheep Stock Club for the Whole Farm Plan in 2026
…WFP elementAre Sheep Stock Clubs eligible? Animal Health and Welfare Plan Yes Soil Sampling Can sample Region 1 fields if the share has Region 1 in it AND fertiliser or…
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Converting to Slatted Flooring for Improved Sheep Housing
…clarity he needed. Inspired by the systems he observed, Andrew decided to convert the shed into slatted accommodation for sheep, improving flock efficiency and welfare while also reducing bedding costs….
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FAS Woodland Tool Helps Skye Crofter Plant 45,000 Trees
…to the ground moisture and dangerous burns that were becoming a concerning welfare issue for the livestock if not fenced off. Alasdair decided the best option was to use the…
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Autumn Insights for New Entrants to Farming
…essential to manage slurry and manure removal consistently to maintain hygiene and animal welfare. Whether you’re learning about crop establishment, livestock care, or seasonal land management, connecting with experienced farmers…
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Succession Planning
…of POA. A welfare POA covers decisions about your health and personal wellbeing, such as medical decisions if a doctor has assessed you as incapable. A financial POA covers decisions…
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Business and January 2026 – Policy Brief
…and/or animal health and welfare claims for the Scheme year -1st January 2025 to 31st December 2025 must be submitted by midnight on 28th February 2026. Full guidance on how…
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Business and Policy February 2026 – Policy Update
…link: Fair Work First Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) – 2025 Year Grant Claims All soil analysis, carbon audits, and/or animal health and welfare claims for the 2025 Preparing for…
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How Dynamic Herd Health Plans Improve Farm Management
…vets and other relevant advisors. Implementing robust nutritional management, biosecurity, vaccination protocols and husbandry practices can significantly improve animal health and welfare. Annual reviews are often inadequate as farm conditions…
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