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.
Is your herd suffering from heat stress?…
When we hear ‘Heat Stress’, it can often be thought of as something that occurs when there is extreme heat and sunshine. However, the reality is that cows are extremely sensitive to the complex mixture of relative humidity and fluctuating air temperature which all combine to increase a cow’s core body temperature, exceeding its capacity […]
Battling Bluetongue, BTV3 Vaccine FAQs…
Brought to you by AHDB this blog is a summary of the BTV-3 Vaccine Campaign frequently asked questions… ASSESS YOUR RISK – vets and farmers working together to evaluate the risk to BTV-3 on farms by using the ‘vaccine decision maker tool’ together. PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS – safeguard businesses from restrictions by managing all identified […]
Managing Extra Lambs: Best Practices for a Successful Lambing Season…
With lambing season already in underway or quickly approaching for many, having a management strategy for surplus lambs is essential. Ensuring lambs receive colostrum within the first two hours of birth, followed by a second feeding within the next eight hours, is crucial. Rich in antibodies, colostrum strengthens the immune system, giving lambs the best […]
The Importance of Feeding Pregnant Ewes the Correct Level…
It is crucial to prioritise the ewe’s nutrition during pregnancy as this will influence both placental development and lamb health. In early pregnancy there is little change in the nutritional requirements of the ewe and changes to the level or type of feed should be avoided. Months 2 and 3 of the pregnancy is when […]
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 […]
Get Tup Ready! Our Top Tips…
Summer isn't quote over yet but as Autumn looms it's time to start thinking about the next sheep cycle. n n For many, this may seem early as 2024 lambing doesn't seem that long ago. It takes 6-8 weeks for a ewe to change 1 body condition score. By preparing for tupping time by sorting […]
Keep your dry cows cool and LiFT® your cow and calf performance…
Brand new to the market, CoolCalver™ has been developed as part of Cargill’s CoolCow® concept to mitigate the effects of heat stress during the dry period and subsequent effects on the calf. A successful dry period is essential to ensure easy calving, a plentiful supply of colostrum for calf vigour, and prevent metabolic disease and […]
Top Tips For Weaning Lambs…
Lambs are usually weaned at 12-14 weeks of age, but it is the ewe’s body condition score (BCS) and the availability of land that drives the decision when to wean. Once a lamb reaches the age of 8 weeks, the intake from grass provides more energy than the intake of milk so at 8 weeks […]