Livestock
Ewes Lambing and Time of Day
In order to reduce staff hours, particularly for those that find themselves short-staffed during this time, some may ask whether we can be more targeted with lambing surveillance by utilising…
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AgriBusiness News April 2020
Read AgriBusiness News April 2020 here. Additional advice and guidance around Coronavirus (COVID-19) can be found here.
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Options for breeding stock during COVID-19 lockdown
The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) released guidance on the 25th March regarding market trading of livestock during COVID-19 lockdown. ***Update 22/04/20 IAAS has confirmed that some…
Read More >UAVs in Agriculture: Rules and Regulations
When operating a drone it is vital that you follow the regulations set out by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). This publication will outline the current rules and regulations that apply to agricultural use and as well as the new regulations set to come into effect on the 1st of November 2020
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Feed Industry: Messages during Covid-19
The challenges for feed suppliers The feed industry has experienced a knock-on effect from the closure of distilleries, mainly caused by staff shortages. These closures are likely to make draff,…
Read More >UAVs in Agriculture: Emerging Technologies
Emerging technologies are continuously offering new ways in which drones can be used for smart farming and precision agriculture. The collection of real-time data offers opportunities for farmers to significantly reduce their costs and increase yields.
Read More >UAVs in Agriculture: Drone Based Agricultural Services
Drones are often given a bad reputation for the way they have been misused to breach privacy or shut down airports like Gatwick in 2019. However, the transformative effect they are having on industries around the world must not be ignored. The agricultural sector is one such area where drones are having a larger impact each year, offering smart farming solutions that can improve decision making and farm efficiency and reduce costs.
Read More >Farm Emergency Plan
Use this template to prepare valuable information that would help others in the event that you become ill. Keep it somewhere it’s easily found.
Read More >Guide To Mineral Nutrition
An important consideration in beef cattle rations is mineral nutrition. It is a complex topic and requirements will depend on the type of stock being fed, the base ration and farm conditions. A trusted nutritionist can help you plan mineral supplementation on your farm and to get you started is a Mineral Nutrition for Beef Cattle Guide.
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