Livestock

Everything livestock farmers need to know about the current status of bluetongue disease in the UK, how to spot signs and symptoms, and what actions they can take to prevent it

A calf rearing contract has enabled James and Rachel Davison to expand their livestock enterprise

While relatively new to the Clun Forest breed, one farming couple have already made their mark in the showring, while also making the breed pay its way at home on the farm

Farmers Guardian livestock specialist Ellie Layton on the EU's review of animal welfare during transport

Guidance issued on three practical steps to protect herds and flocks

Research suggests successful breeding preparation is about far more than feeding extra concentrates for a few weeks before the ram goes out.

The UK maize crop is running ahead of the seasonal average in terms of accumulated heat units, raising the prospect of a potentially early autumn harvest in many regions

The virus was detected in three wild boar piglets found dead

Proposed changes to livestock transport and journey time rules could fundamentally undermine the UK's livestock marketing system unless the Government secures an exemption for time spent in livestock markets, according to the Livestock Auctioneers' Association (LAA).