Content related to the sectors: dairy

3 June 2021

Dairy cows: chronic mastitis and infection control 

With chronic mastitis, it’s important to understand which cows to cull to lessen the risk to the rest of the herd. Read about this and other measures you can take to prevent infection spread. 

3 June 2021

Dairy cows: targeted antibiotic dry cow therapy and treating mastitis in milking cows 

We look at antibiotic treatment for contagious mastitis, giving you practical advice on effectively identifying and treating mastitis in milking cows. 

3 June 2021

Dairy cows: reducing the risk of contagious mastitis 

Find out about the measures you can take to control the spread of contagious mastitis in your dairy herd.

3 June 2021

Dairy cows: contagious mastitis bacteria

Find out about the types of bacteria responsible for contagious mastitis in dairy herds.

29 November 2024

Soil microorganisms – fungi and bacteria

Soil microorganisms play a central role in driving soil processes.

29 November 2024

Nematodes as biological indicators of soil health

Nematodes are commonly used as biological indicators.

21 November 2023

Soil microfauna – nematodes

Nematodes are a diverse group, including plant parasites and predators that feed on bacteria, fungi or other nematodes.

2 October 2026

Trade and policy

Trade and policy: food, farming and agriculture

21 November 2023

Soil macrofauna – earthworms

Earthworms incorporate organic material into the soil and provide channels for root growth.

7 August 2025

Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) Regulation - Wales FAQs

We provide answers to frequently asked questions about the Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) Regulation - Wales.

28 May 2021

The Control of Agricultural Pollution Regulations

The Welsh Government has announced the introduction of regulatory measures to address agricultural pollution in Wales, the Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) (Wales) Regulations 2021.

21 November 2023

Soil organisms stabilise soil structure

Soil organisms help bind soil into stable aggregates.