Livestock

As the Welsh Dairy Show gets underway, NFU Cymru warns water, worries over the new Sustainable Farming Scheme, and incoming tax changes are posing significant threats to the short-time future of the sector

This week's letters from Farmers Guardian readers

Welsh Gov says January 1 rule change is in response to industry requests and expert advice

The Chapelton herd is synonymous with quality, well-bred native cattle as a result of the careful stockmanship of the Biggar family

Following the breeding season, rams’ health can be neglected after they have been put to work, which can be detrimental to their longevity

Ulcerative dermatitis is a contagious condition which can be difficult to distinguish from other common issues found in sheep

One Sussex sheep farm is fine-tuning feeding strategies to maximise the potential of autumn grazing

APHA thanks farmers for their cooperation as it hails 'significant new tool' in fight to eradicate bovine TB by 2038

The group is asking farmers to join campaign to get livestock sector included in eligible occupations list