Sheep farmer

With more cases coming to light, understanding Bluetongue Disease, from how it spreads to what you can do to prevent it, is key to keeping your livestock healthy and your farm running smoothly. In this post, we’ll explain what farmers need to know about Bluetongue and how to help you stay ahead of it.

Ensuring the correct intake of balanced Vitamins and Minerals is essential for the productivity and health of livestock. Proper supplementation is a key component of any management plan, particularly in areas with known soil deficiencies or varying forage/grazing quality. When selecting a Vitamin/Mineral supplement, several factors should be considered, including the age, weight and breeding status of the animal, the forage being fed, the Vitamin and Mineral levels in feedstuffs, grazing and water sources, along with the overall goals you aim to achieve.

Sheep worrying is a distressing issue that affects not only the livelihoods of farmers but also the welfare of animals and the peace of rural communities. It refers to the act of dogs distressing, chasing, attacking or even killing sheep, causing significant harm and often resulting in the loss of valuable livestock. This increasing problem highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need for education and awareness to prevent such incidents from occurring.

With lambing season fast approaching (and in full swing for many of us!), we have created a list of our top 5 lambing essentials to help your season run that little bit smoother.