Autumn is in full swing as we get into October. The lambs were weaned in previous months and it is now the time to wean this years calves. The cattle are also put back into barns around this time of...
Characteristics Considered a medium sized pig, the Berkshire has a black body with short white legs. Their snout is small and they carry white patches on their face and tail. It has prick ears. The Berkshire pig is known to...
The summer is ending and with September comes a renewed effort to get a range of crops harvested. Once harvested the fields will be ploughed and cultivated as the start of the new arable cycle gets into full swing. Winter...
The peak of the summer months, August on the farm is very much a repetition of July. Silage making is at the forefront and combine harvesters are pretty much non stop int eh arable fields. August is also the new...
If you are a first-time sheep owner, the thought of vaccinating your lambs may be daunting. Vaccination is a vital part of keeping your flock healthy, and knowing when and how to vaccinate your lambs is key. In this blog...
Whether you keep Turkeys on a farm, small holding, the allotment, or simply have a couple of in the back yard, choosing the right feed for your Turkeys is crucial to ensure they have good health and growth into fit...
Are you wondering how to feed your pig? Proper nutrition is essential for your pig's health, and having the right knowledge is key. In this blog post, we'll provide a 4-step guide to pig feeding and ration types. We'll discuss...
Characteristics The Oxford Sandy and Black is named for its colouring. It has a rust (or sandy brown) coloured skin with black patches across its body, It is noted for being particularly striking and attractive compared to many other native...
In July livestock farmers can finally take a bit of a break. Apart from the obvious daily feeding, milking, and checking of their animals, there isn't a lot to do, especially once the showing season is over. Lambs are given...
Whether you keep chickens on a farm, small holding, the allotment, or simply have a couple of chickens in the back yard, choosing the right feed for your chickens is crucial to ensure they have good health and continue to...
Characteristics The British Lop is a a large, white-skinned pig with lop ears hanging forward over the face, which is where its name comes from. It has a long frame and Its body is heavy-set and much bigger in the...
For sheep farmers, June is often the time when shearing takes place, although depending on the local climate and breed this can be any time between May and September. Why not check out our Sheep Shearing Fact file Each sheep...
