Newsletter

In this issue of the DN Newsletter for Farmers, we look at getting the feeding right for our livestock which is key for performance. The rumen microbes want consistency and stability. Our management on farm will be the underlying factor to ensure this is achieved.

This issue once again focuses on heat stress, where it comes from and how we cannot afford to ignore the problem.

This issue focuses on tell tale signs of heat stress and how to tackle heat stress to keep on track. Find out more about the specialised rumen buffer Equaliser® CoolCow.

This Issue looks at understanding the causes of losses, especially when it comes to abortion, this can be the key to reducing problems in the future.

In this issue of the DN Newsletter for Farmers, we focus on the preparation and management for grazing, and we also go through the sward assessment.

This issue of the DN Newsletter for Farmers, we take a look at feed efficiency and the rumen. We also focus on forage and management of feed which can be just as important.

In this issue of the DN Newsletter for Farmers, we take a look at feeding the ewe, objectives of ewe nutrition, body condition, key points of supplementation and pre-lambing nutrition.

For a sheep enterprise lambing is the most important time of the year. Preparations include managing and feeding the sheep correctly, getting the lambing facilities ready and gathering necessary supplies.

In this issue we look at calf pneumonia in more detail; influencing factors, control strategies, risk factors and management.

In this calf rearing newsletter we take a look at pre-weaning management - Colostrum, milk replacers, feed and forage - along with dry cow management, Actisaf and Safmannan.

This issue focuses on costings, as accurate records should be the first step in all management planning decisions. This will enable you to improve animal welfare and benefit you financially.

This issue focuses on pre-tupping. Do you know what condition your breeding sheep are in? Have you planned their management, grazing and handling over the next few months?