Lancashire: Suckler beef farm walk

During this practical on-farm event, we’ll explore the role suckler beef plays within the wider beef supply chain.

Our ‘stronger herds for stronger returns’ campaign recognises the value of suckler beef and supporting a resilient future for the sector.

Join us for a day of practical learning, discussion and collaboration with fellow producers and industry experts.

The farm walk will incorporate a series of stations focusing on productivity, efficiency and profitability.

What to expect

• Interactive discussions with fellow suckler beef farmers and industry representatives
• Farm system overview – hear from the host farmer about their suckler beef system, key challenges and how they have overcome them
• Housing management – housing expert Jamie Robertson will talk about shed designs to suit your suckler system
• Using the right genetics – our genetics team will explain how to select genetics that suit your system and introduce some of the AHDB tools available to support your decisions
• Positive environmental focus – using farm-specific examples Rachael Madeley-Davies, AHDB Head of Environment, will explore how suckler beef systems can support positive environmental outcomes and contribute to the future of sustainable beef production

What you’ll take away

You’ll leave with a practical understanding of:

• Approaches to using genetic data to support herd improvement decisions
• How productive cattle can contribute to both environmental and business outcomes
• Simple steps to improve housing to benefit animal health and performance

You’ll also take away new insights, perspectives and contacts from discussions with fellow producers and technical experts.

Others in the series

• 15 September – Cambridgeshire
• 24 September – Cheshire

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