For Scottish dairy farmers, fertility, labour efficiency and herd health are all under constant pressure. Tight calving patterns, rising costs and the challenge of keeping on top of cows across large grazing systems mean farmers are looking for practical technology that genuinely saves time while improving performance. That is exactly why more farms across Scotland […]
At Whiteheathfield Farm, dairy farmer Adrian Cole has spent the last 16 months using the Datamars heat and health detection system, and the impact on his herd management has been significant. From sharper breeding decisions to faster identification of health issues, the Active Tag smart farming solution has become an essential part of Adrian’s daily […]
Genomic testing highlights key traits relating to the performance and health of your animals and has allowed farmers to make more informed decisions with their herd enabling them to select and breed for the best animals and traits to suit their farm operation. This tool is now widely recognised in the dairy industry as a […]
Correct and timely identification of livestock is a crucial part of responsible farming in the UK. Whether you’re rearing sheep, goats, or cattle, compliance with tagging regulations not only helps traceability and disease prevention but also protects your business from costly penalties and movement restrictions. In this blog, we’ll guide you through why livestock identification […]
Located in the picturesque countryside in North Cornwall just outside of Launceston in Egloskerry on the Penheale Estate, Hole Farm is an organic 1,200-acre, autumn calving dairy farm and has been part of the Carswell Group for over 14 years. The farm is managed by Matt and Charlotte Norton and is home to 540 […]
Caulston Farm, nestled in South Devon’s coastal region, is a pasture-based organic dairy […]
Eweleaze Dairy is an organic dairy farm located in Dorchester, run by second generation dairy farmer Tom Marsh. Home to a herd of 350 dairy cows, the farm produces high quality organic milk. This milk is sold directly to customers through an on-site vending machine, alongside a range of delicious, flavoured milkshakes and farm made […]
Embracing Precision Farming in the Scottish Borders Robert Neill has been farming in the Scottish Borders at Upper Nisbet for 25 years, where he lives with his wife Jacqueline and their two sons, Andrew and Harry. A fourth-generation farmer, Robert has farming in his blood and brings a genuine enthusiasm to the industry. His passion […]
For the past 15 years, TagFaster has revolutionized the way farmers across the country handle one of the most repetitive and time-consuming jobs on the farm: tagging. Let’s be honest tagging isn’t anyone’s favourite task. It’s fiddly, time-consuming, and often left until the last minute. But what if you could tag your flock faster, safer, […]
Accurately recording an animal’s weight has become easier with modern handling equipment such as cattle crushes, weigh platforms, and squeeze crates fitted with digital scales. When integrated with EID panel or stick readers, these systems enable meaningful data capture such as weight, that provides valuable insights for livestock producers. In the UK, capital grant schemes […]
Cell grazing and top sheep genetics are maximising production from grazed grass on a Welsh farm. Maximising the value of meat produced from every hectare of grazed grass is the number one objective for sheep and beef producer, Alwyn Phillips on his farm in North Wales. He achieves this on his 59 hectares (145acres) at […]
A decade ago, Ian Norbury came back to the family farm full time with his dad part time. They had milked cows but then got into sucklers. The ethos needed to change in order to make money and Ian decided to go pedigree. Mobberley Angus and the beef he produces is making great strides. […]
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