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8 February 2019
A practical session in the calf shed looking at the key features of calf rearing
17 January 2019
New nitrogen and phosphorus calculators to help businesses demonstrate compliance with new permitting rules.
19 November 2018
This farm case study demonstrates the importance of sampling water on farm and the benefits that can be observed by carrying out a deep clean through shock dosing.
12 November 2018
Guidance about the measures farmers can take to reduce ammonia emissions including feeding, buildings, slurry storage and spreading, and fertilsers.
5 November 2018
This factsheet provides guidance on the assessment of water quality for pigs
5 November 2018
This factsheet explains how the mineral content of water can affect pig health and unit infrastructure
17 October 2018
17 October 2018
Bedding has a significant bearing on animal health and welfare. The bedding materials directory provides a summary of the different materials that can be used in cattle and sheep housing.
2 November 2018
Improving existing cattle buildings, or designing new builds to best standards, has a lasting and positive impact on animal health and productivity. This publication looks at the factors to bear in mind when farmers are considering cattle housing design
17 August 2018
Despite additional hectares of straw being made available by cereal growers, there is still likely to be a shortage due to lower yields and an increased requirement for feeding. This factsheet explains the importance of assessing your straw needs and planning for any deficit.
13 August 2018
Ventilation systems can improve living conditions. An efficient ventilation system draws fresh air in and removes stale air along with microbes, dust, harmful gases and water vapour. Inefficient ventilation is detrimental to pig and staff performance (particularly on hot days) and costs more to run
13 August 2018
Piglets need warmth after birth as energy reserves to produce body heat are limited. They are also born with no immunity so need colostrum soon after birth a min 100ml per kg of birthweight within 16 hours is crucial to provide the energy, nutrients and antibodies to survive