Livestock
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
Read More >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.
Read More >Emergency Plans for Staff: Milking parlour routine
Emergency Plans for Staff: Milking parlour routine The routine for preparing cows for milking should be consistent at every milking with the following steps carried out in the proper order. …
Read More >Emergency Plans for Staff: Feeding the dairy herd
Emergency Plans for Staff: Feeding the dairy herd This customisable protocol aims to inform staff of the correct procedure for feeding the dairy herd.
Read More >Emergency Plans for Staff: Feeding the dry cows
Emergency Plans for Staff: Feeding the dry cows This customisable protocol aims to inform staff of the correct procedure for feeding youngstock on the farm.
Read More >Emergency Plan for staff: Feeding the youngstock
Emergency Plan for staff: Feeding the youngstock This customisable protocol aims to inform staff of the correct procedure for feeding youngstock on the farm.
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