Beef & Lamb
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Latest Beef & Lamb News
6 August 2018
In this article you will find a summary of red meat innovations seen across the world
3 August 2018
AHDB and BBRO have issued a joint call for a review of weed management in UK cropping systems
Beef & Lamb publications
23 May 2018
Breeding is at the heart of any beef production system. Breeding programmes need to be devised to meet the specific requirements of a herd or a market. This manual explores some of the issues to address when choosing a sire for the herd – either for AI purposes or buying a bull
23 May 2018
Understanding how animals react and what stimulates them helps producers improve handling facilities, making cattle handling safer and more efficient. This manual aims to improve producers' understanding of animal behaviour, helping them refine their skills and improve their facilities
23 May 2018
Improving returns from a suckler herd depends on increasing the number of calves weaned. Feeding makes an important contribution to fertility, calving ease and calf performance and is a major cost of keeping a suckler cow. This manual takes a look at feeding at all stages of suckled calf production
23 May 2018
Well-designed cattle housing can make stockmanship easier, improve livestock performance and play an important part in disease management. This manual gives useful advice to beef producers who are investing in a new building or reviewing their existing housing
23 May 2018
Driving feed efficiency is crucial in all beef growing and finishing systems. This manual explains the different feed requirements of the growing and finishing stages of an animal’s life, providing valuable guidance on rationing for these separate phases
23 May 2018
Internal parasites pose a significant threat to animal health and performance, however chemical treatments can lead to resistance developing in worm populations. The guidelines in this manual enable producers to maintain good worm control, while preserving the activity of wormers for future use
23 May 2018
With careful management, surplus pure dairy-bred male calves can be a useful option for beef farmers looking to source additional animals to rear and finish. This manual gives an overview of how to produce good quality beef from surplus male dairy calves
23 May 2018
Replacement heifers contribute to the new genetic make-up, cost structure and productivity of the suckler herd. This manual provides advice on sourcing, selecting and managing replacement heifers so they can become productive members of the breeding herd
23 May 2018
The condition of soil on livestock farms directly influences the yield and quality of grass and forage crops, animal performance and profitability. This manual offers advice to improve management of farmland soil, in order to safeguard this basic resource to produce healthy crops and livestock
23 May 2018
White and red clovers provide a good source of protein in ruminant diets, both when grazed or conserved, and have high intake characteristics.This manual outlines the advantages of including clovers in the farming system and the management needed to optimise their contribution to the farm business
23 May 2018
Grass grown for silage has different needs to grass grown solely for grazing. Silage can provide high quality forage for winter feeding however, as with all crops, it depends on using the right varieties of grass and optimising soil conditions. This manual covers the key issues when making silage
23 May 2018
Nutrient management is often forgotten on beef and sheep farms, yet there is considerable scope to reduce costs and improve output through effective use of nutrients. This manual presents recommendations from the AHDB Nutrient Management Guide in an accessible format for producers
23 May 2018
Grass is an important crop and grazed grass is the cheapest feed on farm, yet it rarely earns the respect it deserves as a potentially high-quality, natural ruminant feed. This manual will help producers develop new, more efficient grazing strategies to improve returns for their business
23 May 2018
With increasingly tight financial margins in beef and sheep production , minimising the losses of saleable meat and offal is important for the whole supply chain. This manual gives an overview of the conditions that cause rejections at post-mortem inspection and how these conditions can be avoided
23 May 2018
The starch, energy and intake characteristics of maize silage, together with its high dry matter yield potential, make it a good feed for beef cattle and sheep. This BRP manual includes information on growing and feeding maize and will help producers make the most of this potentially valuable crop
23 May 2018
Medicines improve the health and welfare of livestock and contribute to the provision of safe and sustainable food. However, using medicines incorrectly can contribute to antibiotic and anthelmintic resistance. This manual gives producers advice on how to use medicines correctly and responsibly
23 May 2018
Using a recorded ram can have significant benefits for commercial sheep flocks. This manual gives an overview of how producers can use tools such as Estimated Breeding Valuesand Indexes to improve flock performance and in doing so maximise their returns
23 May 2018
Driving costs down and boosting efficiency is critical for any business. In lamb production this means looking carefully at every aspect from early pregnancy onwards. This manual addresses the key factors that contribute to a successful lamb crop
23 May 2018
Managing ewes correctly throughout the year is vital for generating the highest possible output from any sheep enterprise. This manual gives an overview of the techniques and tools required to manage ewes effectively, such as body condition scoring, managing replacements and good record-keeping
23 May 2018
There are two main challenges for the lamb sector; the first is to maintain the production of high-quality meat and the second is to ensure sheep farming is financially viable. This manual outlines the factors to consider to achieve these aims at every stage of production, from weaning to selection
