The deadline for completion of phase 2 of the National Johne’s Management Plan will soon be here – 31st October 2018.   Any clients that have been asked by their dairy to comply will need to confirm that: [checklist icon=”fa-check-circle” iconcolor=”#39aa87″ circle=”yes”] both their herd status and risks have been assessed necessary management information, equipment, husbandry […]

A new initiative has been launched to help farmers in England tackle BVD (Bovine Viral Diarrhoea). It is currently estimated that BVD costs British farmers up to £60million/year, reducing productivity and profitability as a result of poor growth rates, poor health with increased pneumonia and diarrhoea, reduced fertility with higher rates of foetal death. Rigorous testing of the herd is vital […]

A scenario in which the UK leaves the EU without agreement (a ‘no deal’ scenario) remains unlikely, however, it’s important to prepare for all eventualities, including ‘no deal’, until we can be certain of the outcome of negotiations. Below is some information about what is needed in a ‘no deal’ scenario, so informed plans and preparations […]

We have experienced a drier summer than we are used to and this has posed different challenges. Worm burdens have been greatly reduced on pasture over the summer however if we get a heavy rainfall following this dry period there is likely to be mass emergence of worms onto pasture which may have severe consequences for our livestock if […]

Our Farm Team will be at this years Hodder Valley Show. Why not come to our marquee and learn more about our farm services. DUCKMIRE FARM, CHAPEL STREET, SLAIDBURN BB7 3ES by Kind Permission of The Slaidburn Estate and Mr & Mrs T Robinson. Now in its 74th year, the Hodder Valley Show prides itself on […]

Heat detection – is she or isn’t she? It is well documented that modern day high yielding cows express heat with a lower intensity and duration. The reduced intensity of heat expression and subtle expression of secondary signs of heat may lead to uncertainty over an animal’s heat status, particularly if the cow has returned […]