Significant losses on many farms Four in five UK dairy herds have experienced cryptosporidiosis – with significant financial and welfare implications, say researchers. Some 84% of farmers surveyed by Harper Adams University said they had dealt with outbreaks of the disease, which causes severe watery diarrhoea. Nearly 60% rating... Read more
Four-year trial sees good results Beef cattle reared on a grass-rich regenerative farming system can store more carbon than they emit – helping to mitigate climate change, suggests a study. Results from the McDonald’s-sponsored project at FAI Farms could see farmers and food companies to back up their net zero balance with... Read more
How to revive stress-hit grassland
Dairy 14/08/2023
Close attention to grass and pasture utilisation will be needed for the rest of the year – despite cooler weather following the hottest start to summer on record.
Read moreFarm leaders have called on the government to help ease the labour shortage in the dairy sector.
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