The importance of good handling
With most people’s lambing season over and summer just around the corner we’re heading into the peak season for sheep handling
May 202
Filling the forage gap
Last year’s dry summer and high fertiliser and purchased feed prices have made it challenging for farmers to produce enough feed with many dipping into their winter stocks through the summer and autumn
May 2023
Global uncertainty – take our advice
We’re advising our Farmer Shareholders and members to prioritise their summer feed contracts amid fears of more turbulence in the raw material markets.
April 2023
Vicky Smith joins the Newsletter team
We are lucky enough to sponsor some great equestrians who compete and train all over the country. We are pleased to introduce our latest columnist, Vicky Smith.
April 2023
Making better quality grass silage
Making enough quality silage does not happen by accident. It takes considerable planning, investment and good management over many years.
April 2023
Find the perfect blend
Maxammon treated grain - Available for use in blends.
April 2023
A recap of your turnout priorities
Turnout can be a challenging time for your herd and the Newsletter team spoke to our vets for some sound advice.
April 2023
Test don’t guess to curb wormer resistance
Conducting regular Faecal Egg Count (FEC) tests throughout the grazing season helps to maintain growth rates and avoid unnecessary and expensive treatments.
April 2023
Quarantine and drench returning sheep
Farmers are being reminded to treat all incoming sheep with a Group 4 or 5 wormer and quarantine them to prevent resistant worms being brought on farm.
April 2023
It’s time to make the most from cutting carbon
Our dairy farmers can capitalise on cutting carbon - creating a win for the environment and your farm’s bottom line.
April 2023