Content related to the topic: welfare

19 March 2026

Position statement on the use of automated detection methods for lameness

This position statement has been put together by the Dairy Cattle Mobility Steering Group to provide guidance around the use of automated lameness detection methods.

24 April 2026

Economic analysis of the conversion from CO2 to an alternative system as a primary method of killing pigs within a commercial UK-based pig processing facility

This report provides a robust and impartial assessment of the economic implications of moving away from CO₂ stunning within a commercial UK context.

24 April 2026

New evidence-led analysis on CO₂ stunning in the UK pig processing sector

We have published a new report examining the economic and operational implications of moving away from CO₂ stunning in the UK pig processing sector.

1 April 2026

Best practice treatment of sheep parasites

This page explains how to treat sheep parasites safely and effectively. It also outlines the main types of wormers, how to use them, and the best practice steps to follow for each method of administration.

1 April 2026

Best practice treatment of cattle parasites

This page explains how to treat cattle parasites safely and effectively. It also outlines the main types of wormers, how to use them, and the best practice steps to follow for each method of administration.

20 April 2026

NSA Northern Region sheep post-mortem event

Learn about the internal effects of parasite damage through demonstrations of sheep post-mortems.

1 April 2026

Responsible and sustainable use of parasiticides

Using medicines responsibly ensures products are only used when necessary, ideally supported by a diagnosis or a risk assessment.

9 March 2026

Meat shopper journey: Meat - the say-do gap

The second stage of the meat shopper journey is the say-do gap. We look at the differences between the claimed drivers and what actually influences shoppers in-store.

27 February 2026

Dairy housing

Guidance on dairy housing, including web pages, publications and webinars.

21 April 2026

Derbyshire: Weaning calves to perform at grass and sustaining farm profit in volatile years

Join us at Rough Grounds Farm for a farmer-led workshop looking at rearing youngstock for the best possible transition into the milking herd with Laura Tennant and Beckie Harrison, Bess Neil and Tony Evans. They will also be discussing resilience with grazing systems to stay profitable during lower milk prices.

18 March 2026

Winchester: Regional livestock health and welfare update

Hear the latest information on bluetongue, parasite control strategies and the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway.

11 March 2026

North Yorkshire: Reducing clinical mastitis – Lessons from Willow Tree Farm

Willow Tree Farm cubicle shed