Livestock
Minimising Dry Matter Losses in Clamped Silage
Making silage is an expensive operation on any livestock farm but it is still one of the most cost-effective feeds after grass. Maximising the production of quality silage is therefore…
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Agribusiness News June 2023 – Inputs: Grassland
Why consider mixed species swards? Mixed species swards (MSS), often called herbal leys, are becoming increasingly popular with livestock farmers. They typically contain a number of species of grasses, legumes…
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Agribusiness News June 2023 – Sheep
All Classes Trading Fantastic The trade for all classes of sheep is currently exceptional, with new season lambs starting to come forward while there is still demand for well fleshed…
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Agribusiness News June 2023 – Beef
Beef price steadies The Scottish finished beef price has steadied in May to 511p/kg deadweight, whilst prices have started to drop slightly south of the border and ROI prices are…
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Agribusiness News May 2023 – Sector Focus: National Beef Herd
Falling Beef Cow Numbers – Should We Be Worried? As discussed previously in the monthly beef outlooks, the higher number of cows being culled has implications going forward for the…
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Agribusiness News May 2023 – Input Costs: The Value of Good Silage
Targeting Forage Quality this Summer With the cutting of silage over the next couple of months, planning for winter forage starts now. Dairies are well accustomed to making well-preserved, high-powered…
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Stock Talk – Cattle Foot Health with Hoof GP
In this podcast we will hear from Graeme Parker aka the Hoof GP. Graeme tells us his story about his background and how his ‘Hoof GP’ online social media business…
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Beef Finishing Systems
Taking cattle to finish can be one of the most expensive periods in the beef production system, with feed conversion efficiency reducing as cattle gain liveweight approaching slaughter weight. This…
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Preparing Stock for Sale – Top Tips
Selling stock is an important part of any crofting or farming business. Before selling stock at the mart, there are a few things to consider. This video has tips…
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