Understanding Heat Stress in Dairy Cows: Spring/Summer 2026
When we hear the term heat stress, it is often associated with extreme sunshine and high summer temperatures. However, the reality is that dairy cows are highly sensitive to the combined effects of air temperature, humidity, and fluctuating weather conditions. These factors can increase a cow’s core body temperature beyond its natural ability to dissipate […]
When Should You Wean Lambs? It’s Not Just About Age…
Weaning lambs is a key management decision that can impact both flock health and the availability of good grazing. While lambs are typically weaned between 12 to 14 weeks of age, age alone isn’t the only factor that should guide your timing. The body condition score (BCS) of the ewe and the availability of quality […]
The King Visits Clitheroe Auction Mart: A Proud Day for Our Farming Community
A proud day at Clitheroe Auction Mart as His Majesty King Charles III recognised the essential role of British farmers.
Supporting Excellence at the Westmorland County Show Annual Silage Competition 2026
At Dugdale Nutrition, supporting British agriculture and the people behind it is at the heart of what we do – which is why we were proud to once again sponsor and support the Westmorland County Show & Agricultural Society’s Annual Silage Competition 2026. This year’s Silage Supper was a huge success, with an utterly fantastic […]
Is Your Molasses Tank Up to Standard? A Quick Checklist for Owners…
If you own or manage a molasses storage tank, safety and compliance should be top of mind. Molasses is more than just sticky – it’s heavy, corrosive and when stored improperly, can pose serious hazards. 🔍 Owners Checklist: Requires regular cleaning and on-going maintenance – vital to help ensure both it’s continued functionality and to […]
Weighing, Recording & Setting Targets! The Importance of 8-Week Old Weight..
A lamb’s performance is influenced by the ewe’s colostrum and milk production. Meeting a ewe’s energy and protein requirements pre- lambing and in lactation is key for the lamb to have the best start to life and for the ewe to produce as much milk as possible, especially at 3-4 weeks post lambing when peak […]
DN Lamb Feed…
At Dugdale Nutrition our range of lamb feeds have been developed to support lambs from birth through to finishing, be that for milk or meat production.
Hydration: Why it Matters & How to Manage it
Water is often the most overlooked nutrient in livestock care, yet it’s absolutely essential for health, productivity, and survival. Whether you’re managing a herd of dairy or beef cattle, or a flock of sheep, maintaining proper hydration is essential for animal welfare and performance. In this blog, we look at the importance of hydration, how […]
We are pleased to announce the acquisition of RBC Agri Ltd…
It is with great pleasure that Dugdale Nutrition announces the acquisition of RBC Agri Ltd. From a chance phone call 6 years ago, to now owning the entire share capital of RBC, this is a relationship that has moved fast and shows the intrinsic trust between both parties. The RBC way of doing business aligns perfectly with the DN […]
Mental Health Matters – Seek Support…
Whether it is you or someone you care about, mental health matters and it is important to seek help and support as soon as possible. n n Charities that can help… n n The Farming Community Network (FCN) n n Whether the issue is personal or business related, FCN is there for you. They run […]