29 February 2024
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4 min read
A faecal egg count (FEC) is used to monitor worm burdens in sheep. Not only does it help determine if sheep need treating for worms, but doing a follow up count after drenching also detects if the product...
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Dan Burling was a project scientist and agricultural lecturer before he returned to the family's beef and arable farm 15 years ago
03 April 2025
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7 min read
As soils start to warm and farmers head out with the fertiliser spreader, it is important to plan nitrogen applications to avoid compromising the ability to take an early first cut
03 April 2025
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4 min read
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) chair Kate Rowell said concerns arising from the Autumn Budget had highlighted the need for 'continued engagement' with both UK and Scottish Government
02 April 2025
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1 min read
