Beef

A mixed livestock farm in Shropshire has a rich history in continental cattle, but in recent years has added native genetics to strengthen the system. Ellie Layton reports.

A growing number of conventional suckler herds are managed extensively on systems which follow basic organic principles. Wendy Short reports

Electronic identification is set to become mandatory for cattle, with introduction timescales expected to vary across the UK

Spending patterns were changing due to the squeeze on incomes

Norfolk cattle farmer Annabelle Howell has been confirmed as the organisation's first young ambassador to 'inspire' the next generation of beef farmers

Ahead of bulling a suckler herd, preparation can often focus on the females, but bull health is equally important to ensure calving goes smoothly. Ellie Layton reports.

‘Measure to manage' is the principle behind advice to instigate pregnancy diagnosis for suckler cows, with the process being a cost-effective herd management tool

A devastating bovine TB outbreak back in 2010 shattered the dreams for a Pembrokeshire farming couple of setting up an award-winning pedigree beef herd

Metabolic disease can result in a wide spectrum of issues from suboptimal production to clinical disease at varying incidences. Farmers Guardian reports

As part of a programme being funded by ABP, 350 livestock farmers are working together to make their businesses more carbon efficient. Farmers Guardian reports