Systems

Parasite control guide

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.

Improving lamb survival

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

Outdoor farrowing environment

17 September 2025

Outdoor farrowing environment

Guidance on preparing and managing outdoor farrowing paddocks

Effects of wet weather on this year's lamb crop

22 January 2020

Effects of wet weather on this year's lamb crop

Reducing the impact of the wet weather on this year’s lamb crop

Breeding from ewe lambs - finances

12 February 2026

Breeding from ewe lambs - finances

We compare two systems; the cost of lambing ewes lambs against running them dry.

Managing and treating mastitis

16 October 2020

Managing and treating mastitis

How incidences of mastitis have been reduced at Hillhead of Covington

Lighting in pig buildings: The principles

22 October 2019

Lighting in pig buildings: The principles

It's important to measure light, make sure any new installations have timers fitted and provide uniform lighting for pigs. This guide covers the principles of light in relation to pig production, both from a behavioural point of view and from optimising production.

Lighting in pig buildings: In practice

22 October 2019

Lighting in pig buildings: In practice

Key factors to consider when choosing lighting for pig units. This includes the requirements at different stages of production, as well as measuring light and selecting systems.

Small-scale pig keeping

9 February 2026

Small-scale pig keeping

Keeping pigs is a satisfying experience but, before making the decision to become a keeper, you need to know the basics.

Nitrogen efficiency in rotational grazing systems

19 November 2019

Nitrogen efficiency in rotational grazing systems

This section of our rotational grazing series for beef production will help you tailor nitrogen application to your desired level of grassland production,

Managing pasture shortage in rotational grazing systems for cattle

9 May 2025

Managing pasture shortage in rotational grazing systems for cattle

If grass growth is not meeting animal demand, it’s important to take action. Read how to build up your grass covers in this section.

Managing surplus grass in rotational grazing systems for cattle

2 January 2025

Managing surplus grass in rotational grazing systems for cattle

Surplus grass usually starts to accumulate as grass growth peaks in May. In this section we explore different management options.

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