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Northants beef farmer Mark Jelley (pictured) has seen strong reduction in his farm’s use of antibiotics and been able to identify key herd health issues, with the help of his

This summers’ prolonged dry weather is beginning to cause real issues for many cattle and sheep producers across the UK as grazing becomes scarcer at a time when grass growth and subsequent livestock performance should be at its best, says Dr Alison Bond, ruminant nutritionist for Rumenco.

Unexpectedly high worm egg counts in livestock are being seen in areas experiencing drought, prompting experts to warn farmers to test their stock. Sheep farmer Peter Baber who farms at

Analysis shows the impact on British farmers is likely to be modest, but there is a risk of more significant effects if New Zealand’s trade with China is disrupted.

New hybrid OSR variety backs up its RL trial results with positive on-farm reports.

It can be challenging for mixed enterprise farmers to stick to herd and flock health plans throughout the year. However, vet Emily Brown, of Marches Farm Vets, offers a number of practical suggestions to help balance the two, working closely with your vet.

A new guide from CIEL offers practical ways to help sheep farmers to achieve net zero on farm.

New survey data from Elanco suggests that only one in five sheep farmers are currently following SCOPS advice and incorporating a newer group 4 or 5 wormer active into their annual programme.

More trees in the countryside doesn’t have to mean a choice between forest and farmland. In field margins and boundaries, in unproductive corners and near watercourses, trees can bring a multitude of benefits – and there’s no need to take valuable land out of food production. One Wiltshire farmer shares his experience.

As well as offering welfare and efficiency benefits, recent research has shown improving disease control could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 10%. Norbrook veterinary advisor Douglas Palmer offers advice on liver fluke testing and treatment, and the wider benefits of a good control programme.

Sheep farmers are advised to be on their guard against Nematodirus and stomach worms as warm and wet weather sees egg counts spike.

Temporary control zones have been revoked but testing is ongoing at the site.