Winter housing can be a high-risk period for lameness in cattle, so now is the best time to review your lameness plans and treat any lame animals before housing your cattle this winter. Here are a

Northern Ireland introduced its first scheme under a new agriculture policy: the Beef Carbon Reduction Scheme (BCRS), in January 2024. The BCRS aims to help the beef sector reduce greenhouse gas

Every farmer dreads hearing that their next Farm Assurance audit is coming up. The stress of gathering paperwork and ensuring everything is in order can be overwhelming. But fear not – Herdwatch is

For commercial flock owners, choosing the right breed of ram is crucial for optimising productivity and ensuring the health and vitality of the flock. Here, we explore some of the prominent ram

In the modern world, we see traditional farming methods constantly evolving, one particular game-changer in the field are EID readers. These handheld readers are a fantastic way to increase

In the premiere episode of our exciting new AgVentures by Herdwatch series, we embarked on a local journey to delve into the world of dairy farming. Our inaugural adventure led us to the doorstep of