Lambing is fast approaching on many mid-season lambing flocks. Given this, it’s an ideal time to undertake clostridial vaccinations. ‘Booster’ vaccinations are due…
Dairy farmers are being reminded of the important role of dry cow management, in particular nutrition and mineral supplementation, when looking to the…
The Dempsey family from The Leap, near Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, has been intimately associated with the use of pour-on blowfly prevention treatments going…
Blowfly strike remains the most significant external parasite challenge impacting the Irish sheep industry. The risk of attack increases during warm, humid conditions.…
Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR) is a virus that spreads between cattle and can cause a number of problems, including: coughing; loss of appetite;…
A major government exercise will see the UK’s four regional agricultural departments in Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England come together to test…
Over the course of an animal’s life, they will require many vaccinations and treatments. Whether treating cattle with specific medicines for specific illnesses…
Farmers frequently convince themselves that their biosecurity is much better than in reality, Northern Ireland’s most senior vet has said. And it could…
