Content related to the topic: beef-lamb

4 March 2020

Healthy calf rearing system checklist

This checklist aims to provide a structured approach to assess a calf rearing system.

11 December 2020

North York Moors Swaledale Breeders Operational Group

The North York Moors Swaledale Breeders are a group of upland farmers who are looking to improve the carcase traits of their Swaledale sheep flocks and have secured EIP AGRI funding to set up what is known as an Operational Group.

28 February 2020

Recording your sheep

A leaflet produced by Signet services Ltd that will help farmers to record their flock

20 October 2023

Managing lucerne

It is vital to control weeds, pests and diseases in a lucerne stand to avoid yield reductions and to prolong the lifespan of your crop.

20 October 2023

Fertiliser recommendations for lucerne

We look at the factors affecting the nutrient requirements of lucerne.

20 October 2023

Establishing lucerne

Find out when and how to sow lucerne seeds for successful establishment.

20 October 2023

Field selection and preparation for growing lucerne

Factors to consider when selecting a variety and preparing a seedbed.

5 May 2020

Options for growing lucerne

Grow alone or in a mixture? Find out what your options are for growing lucerne.

20 November 2020

Recommendations for measuring and comparing the use of antibiotics on beef farms

Every time an antibiotic is used, there is a risk that it will increase the number of bacteria resistant to that antibiotic. This means that these antibiotics will stop becoming effective for treating infections in people and animals. Responsible antibiotic use on beef cattle, alongside measures to prevent disease, is therefore vital to help preserve these life-saving medicines.

6 February 2020

Beef and Lamb Farm Assurance Price Analysis Update 2017

An analysis of farm assurance price data from English livestock markets price reporting to AHDB for the period January to December 2017.

1 April 2026

Parasite control guide

The AHDB parasite control guide is a simple, reliable reference that lists parasite treatments available for cattle and sheep.

21 March 2024

Improving lamb survival

Improving animal performance and reducing physical losses are key to ensuring sheep farming is profitable. This manual takes into account various factors, including the sheep farming system, ewe body condition, nutrition, health planning and management with the aim of reducing lamb losses