Content related to the topic: welfare

24 September 2019

Help to decide on a coordinated approach to tackling ruminant health and welfare

Launch of a consultation on a proposal to form a Ruminant Health and Welfare Group to deliver a simpler, more co-ordinated approach to tackling primarily sheep and cattle health and welfare across the UK.

24 September 2020

Youngstock health

Resources on youngstock health and housing to help prevent disease and ill-health in young calves

11 August 2023

Calf rearing notebook

This notebook provides you with best practice calf-rearing information. It will also help you to keep a record of calf performance (colostrum intake, liveweights, calf losses).

28 June 2023

New pig keepers guide

Keeping pigs is a satisfying experience but, before making the decision to become a keeper, you need to know the basics. This guide takes you through the key areas you need to be aware of and provides contacts for additional information.

27 May 2020

Managing calves in warm/hot weather

In warm or bright conditions, when there is heat and light intensity, calves are at risk of heat stress. During these periods, energy is used to lose heat from the body by sweating and increasing respiratory rate.