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Public warned about danger of walking near livestock

Walkers in the countryside are being warned against causing alarm to cattle – after a number of fatalities.

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Sheep producers urged to seek help on farm support

Rapidly increasing changes to farm support means sheep producers should seek professional advice, say experts.

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Yeast additive boosts lamb productivity

Lambs fed a yeast fermentation addition reach target finishing weights faster – generating more profit, suggests a study.

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Summer heat stress is big challenge for dairy cows

Heat stress is becoming a costly problem on UK dairy farms with some businesses losing up to £90,000 due to their cattle overheating, according to results from an ongoing study.

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We must learn to live with bird flu – expert

Poultry producers must learn to live with the risk of avian influenza, says an industry expert who has written a report outlining ways to combat the disease.

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How UK farms could power homes and businesses

Anaerobic digesters on farms could help end UK’s energy crisis

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More support needed for farming to reach net zero

More public and private investment is needed for livestock farmers to reach net zero, the government has been told.

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Trial shows methane reduction in herds using health system

Early detection of health problems in dairy cows could could lead up to a 15% reduction in the methane emissions they produce, according to new research.

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Protect herds from spring butterfat depression

Good rumen function and energy supply boost butterfat during spring grazing.

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Why livestock producers should rethink grass types

Over-reliance on fast-growing ryegrass varieties that head quickly and then deteriorate rapidly could be contributing to forage shortages experienced by many growers.

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