Beef
Rare Japanese cattle raised on Lake District beer
A breed of exotic Japanese cows - renowned for producing the world's most expensive and juiciest sirloins – will soon be a sight in the Lake District…
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Too many specialist finishers blockaded inside new BT protection zone
Slaughter cattle in Eastern England must be allowed to cross the line marking the edge of the current Bluetongue (BT) protection zone, and travel to…
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Booking still open for older cattle disposal
THE EXTENSION of the booking period for the Older Cattle Disposal Scheme (OCDS) for this year is extremely helpful says the English Beef and Lamb…
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The Importance Of An Autumn Magnesium Supply
There are only a few days left until October, which can be one of the most dangerous months in the year for cattle when Grass Staggers…
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Do not get caught out by a queue for pre-movement testing when permission to move is eventually given
Cattle farmers who want to take immediate advantage of eventual relaxations in the movement of non-slaughter stock are advised to keep an eye on…
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Good movement discipline essential for best FMD results
The National Beef Association has called on livestock farmers to maintain their good discipline following yesterday's (September 12th) FMD outbreak…
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New Ritchey product to alleviate cattle foot problems
More than 70% of UK dairy herds are estimated to suffer from lameness, with digital dermatitis and secondary infections in particular costing the…
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Re-establishment of normal movement controls will help beef farmers turn their minds to this season’s new problems
The National Beef Association has welcomed Friday's (September 7th) confirmation of the clearance of the remaining FMD movement controls and a return…
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Only retailers and consumers can prevent UK beef industry moving to Last Chance Saloon
Retailers must give consumers a chance to vote with their purses, wallets and credit cards on the future of the UK beef industry, says the National…
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Farmers warned: Autumn calves at high risk of coccidiosis
Cattle farmers are warned to be on their guard against coccidiosis in their calves this autumn. Sub-clinical coccidiosis is often an ’invisible’…
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