Health Planning [SP.IC.HPF]

Bluetongue Virus Update

While there are no reported cases in Scotland, as of 21st April, according to the DEFRA website, there have been 337 cases of bluetongue in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland in the 2025…

Clostridial Vaccinations in Breeding Sheep Flocks

Clostridia bacteria are almost everywhere in the environment and so are a constant threat. Furthermore, most cases of clostridial disease are fatal resulting in a large economic and environmental cost…

Slatted Sheep Housing Made Simple

Click Here to Download a PDF/Print Version Housing sheep on slats significantly reduces bedding costs and labour demands while improving hygiene within the housing environment. When designed and managed correctly,…

Getting Ewes Ready for Tupping

It’s time to start preparing ewes for mating to lamb in the main lambing season (March – May). Several factors contribute to a successful tupping, with ewe condition having arguably…

In Conversation With… Winter Stocktake – Flock Health and Records

In this episode Kirsten is joined by Willie Budge (Senior Consultant, SAC Consulting) and Kythe Mackenzie (Veterinary Investigation Officer, SRUC). They will discuss trends from the year, what’s coming into the labs, tips on preparing for sheep inspections and how to keep meaningful records. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government.

Mineral Requirements in Finishing Lambs

Mineral imbalances in finishing lambs primarily impact growth rates and therefore time to finishing and slaughter. There are several reasons why mineral problems arise in finishing lambs, here we discuss…

Trace element deficiencies in growing lambs

Any disease or ill health in livestock can have a negative impact on production through reduced growth rates, fertility, and rearing ability. Poor or prolonged performance will result in a…

Pwdered milk being made up in a red bucket

Choosing the Best Quality Colostrum Replacer

Colostrum is always a key part of any sheep farms lambing supplies list. Lambs are born having had no antibodies passed from the ewes placenta meaning they have no protection…

Acorn Toxicity

Oak trees are reported to have produced many more acorns this year compared to 2021. These can be attractive to livestock after a period of feed restriction or following stormy…

Targeted Selective Treatment in Sheep

Wormer resistance is becoming an issue on many farms across the country and all farmers should look at options to improve the efficacy of wormers in their systems. Targeted Selective…

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