Buyers, vendors and visitors returned to United Auctions for the first round of this year’s Stirling Bull Sales, with a strong trade achieved across all breeds

The disease mainly affects cows in the very early postpartum period, with older and high-yielding cows at greater risk

Providing in-calf cows and heifers with microminerals pre-calving is important for both cow and calf health

Following the poor performance of the 2024 maize crop, earlier maturing varieties could be an option to help maintain feed value

Housing hygiene and routine footbathing both play an important role in preventing digital dermatitis infections on-farm

Hard work and dedication have seen Sean Mitchell’s dreams become reality in both the show ring and the sale ring

Moredun Research Institue has identified animal health as key area of focus which could help the industry in reducing methane production from ruminant livestock

Fluctuations in mineral supply and antagonists within crops can affect the availability of minerals in outwintering and grazing systems

Keeping copies of seed invoices and photographic evidence of field operations is advised when establishing herbal leys under Government schemes

An FAI Farms project sponsored by McDonald’s UK and Ireland has seen positive results within their commercial suckler herd following the switch to adaptive multi-paddock grazing