Agriculture Blog

As the first of September approaches, it’s not only the return of schools that marks this date, but it also holds significance for autumn grazing on farms. Ensuring a good average farm cover (AFC) is crucial to have sufficient grass available for extending the grazing season and setting up the farm for early spring grazing. […]

Preparing animal housing for winter is a crucial task for farmers, although it may not be their favorite job as it signals the start of the housed period for the animals. With the housed period fast approaching for most spring-calving herds, this time of year offers a relatively quiet period for farmers. Similarly, autumn-calving herds […]

As we step into September, the approaching closed period for chemical nitrogen (N) calls for urgent action to apply the last batch of this year’s fertilizer. Farmers can expect steady grass growth in the coming week due to favorable weather conditions. However, with the closed period imminent, it’s crucial to seize the opportunity and complete […]

In response to the economic and sustainability challenges of adopting slower-growing breeds for poultry production, Red Tractor has accepted a new higher welfare chicken breed onto its approved breeds list. The Hubbard Redbro is now included in Red Tractor’s Enhanced Welfare chicken scheme following research conducted by industry experts and producers. Meeting the Better Chicken […]

In a recent development, the Northern Ireland Beef and Lamb Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (FQAS) has issued a crucial reminder to its members. The reminder emphasizes the necessity of conducting Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) tests on all animals within their herds before any movement takes place. BVD Testing Requirements: Movement Restrictions, Compliance, and Farm Impact […]