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Nutrition
14 June 2021
Professor Liam Sinclair talks about transitioning onto forage crops, dealing with difficult weather conditions, animal health and the importance of regularly monitoring animal performance.
8 March 2023
Typical nutrient composition of farmyard manure (FYM) from Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) Section 2 Organic materials.
22 June 2021
Further information on pad design for feed, water and bedding management.
22 June 2021
Practical advice on planning and design requirements for outdoor straw pads.
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22 June 2021
Find out about planning requirements, design suggestions and animal management on outdoor straw pads.
22 June 2021
Managing animals over winter at grass presents specific health and welfare challenges.
22 June 2021
Read other farmers’ top tips on grass paddock management and electric fencing.
22 June 2021
Knowing your target grass covers can help you plan ahead and maximise grass utilisation. See our tips and advice on how to achieve this.
22 June 2021
Read our advice on how to manage deferred grazing (all-grass wintering), grass allocation, and how to prepare a feed budget.
22 June 2021
Read our advice on managing the environmental impact of winter systems for livestock.
16 December 2021
Outwintering can be a great alternative to housing, with many animals maintaining good condition and liveweight gain.
22 June 2021
Find out about outwintering, deferred grazing and outdoor straw pads.