Scotland’s soils are losing vital nutrients due to wet weather and baling. Learn how farmers can use soil analysis to keep crops healthy ...
Nutrient use efficiency is always a hot topic as fertilisers of all formulations remain a significant on-farm cost. Therefore, accurate soil testing, analysis, and interpretation are paramount in a ...
Vaccinating pregnant heifers and cows with Bovilis cryptium can provide protection for calves from birth at the start of colostrum feeding – when they are most vulnerable. Active immunisation raises ...
Discover how Richard Carruthers topped Dumfries’ auction with £195 Scotch Mule ewe lambs, pushing averages up by £43.50 this year.
Just shy of 5000 Blackface averaged £53.92, up £10.44 on the year, at Dingwall and Highland Marts’ sale of 6578 store lambs. This section was topped at £93 for Achnacloich, Sleat, with Blackface ewe ...
Discover how British Simmental Cattle sales and registrations reached record levels, highlighting a thriving market and strong performance trends.
The tide is turning for some in terms of financial worries, with the start of a recovery in premium organic red meat and dairy sectors now being seen According to research agency Two Ears One Mouth, ...
Scientists have completed a nearly full genome assembly for an inbred domestic pig breed, significantly boosting its potential as a biomedical model to advance both human and animal health. The ...
Discover why the Lib Dems are calling for a £5.6 billion boost in the agriculture budget at their Brighton conference.
Ireland faces a crisis with rising bluetongue infection rates. Calls for halting livestock imports are growing.
The UK's 'Not for EU' meat and dairy labels postponed indefinitely. Find out why industry concerns led to this unexpected delay.
Explore the Cockbain family's deep-rooted farming history and the Swaledale ewe's remarkable commercial traits in the stunning Lake District.