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Nutrition
19 September 2018
Feed is a vitally important input to livestock production systems. It makes up the majority of variable costs and contributes to determining how well animals perform and the profitability of the system. This guide covers a range of feeds (excluding forages) that are suitable for beef and sheep rations
19 September 2018
This directory considers the options for growing forages on sheep and beef farms to help reduce reliance on purchased feeds. It can be used alongside the BRP Mini Feeds Directory which contains information about home-grown feeds such as grains and roots, as well as purchased feed options like co-products
19 March 2025
Find information on arable rotation in livestock – forage crops, cover crops and more.
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.
16 February 2024
Feed makes up ~76% of variable and ~56% of total costs. It may be possible to decrease the cost by switching to a cheaper ration or purchasing in larger quantities, but it can also be achieved through simple, practical actions to minimise feed wastage and to improve the efficiency of utilisation
13 August 2018
Large roundworms (Ascaris suum) are endoparasites which cause milk spot liver and are the most prevalent of worms affecting pig productivity
22 August 2024
Find out how alternative feeds, such as root and forage crops and some food industry co-products, can be incorporated into pig diets.
26 January 2026
Here are the pros and cons associated with the decision to either incorporate or sell straw.
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7 October 2024
Access disease management guidance for oilseed rape from this page
1 May 2024
Numerous microbial and non-microbial substances claim to benefit your crops. Our research-based guidance cuts through the noise to help you identify the biostimulants most likely to deliver results.
3 June 2025
How to determine the nutrient requirements of fruit, vines and hops
3 June 2025
How to determine the nutrient requirements of vegetables and bulbs.