Possibly the slam before the storm. February is quieter than most months, but it does mark the start of the annual livestock cycle as calving begins around the end of the month. Whilst still not as busy as some months....
January on the farm is surprisingly busy. It is the perfect time to start spreading slurry on fields to boost silage or hay production that will be harvested later in the year. A ground frost is perfect for this as...
The final month of the year, December for most is filled with celebration and Christmas cheer. Farmers however also have lots of jobs to do whilst battling increasing falling temperatures. Arable farmers are still ploughing fields, with reduced daylight causing...
Autumn makes way for winter. On Livestock farms, farmers have to start actively feeding their livestock more as grazing becomes less and less available. Grass stops growing and the quality drops. Any livestock that is going to be housed will...
