Livestock
Forage Crops: Kevin Stewart
Forage crops can provide a range of benefits, including business resilience against variable fodder supplies, low cost out-wintering and opportunities to expand farm output. We recently filmed three case studies…
Read More >Podcast: Cattle handling systems on common grazings
In this podcast we hear from Dr Simon Turner of SRUC Dr Turner did a roadshow on cattle handling systems on Common Grazings in Lewis, Uist and Skye. Listen to Janette…
Read More >Feed and Forage Factsheet
Challenging and unpredictable weather have highlighted the importance of planning feed stocks in preparation for whatever the weather might throw at you! This factsheet provides a logical flow to the forage and feed planning process. All with the aim of informing early intervention, reduce risk of sudden diet changes or expensive feed purchases in late season and ultimately to provide peace of mind that feed supplies can match demand and cost effective livestock performance targets.
Read More >AgriBusiness News April 2019
Read the April 2019 edition of AgriBusiness News here
Read More >New Entrant Case Study: Jenny McKerr
Jenny McKerr was brought up in Paisley; she studied agriculture at SAC and then worked in the beef industry before purchasing a farm, along with her husband Stephen. Their goal…
Read More >Feeding Beef Cattle & Sheep
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…
Read More >One Born Every Minute – Lambing
Practical Guide: One born every minute – lambing Lambing is one of the most important times of the year for sheep breeders. This Practical Guide covers all the basic steps…
Read More >Milk Manager News March 2019
Read the MArch 2019 edition of Milk Manager News here
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