Livestock
Why feed analysis pays dividends
Before buying extra feed, make sure you know the true value of what's already in the shed. Feed and forage analysis can help you balance rations more accurately, improve livestock performance and avoid unnecessary feed costs.…
- SAC Consulting
- 21/09/2026
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Considerations when grazing cover crops
Find out what to consider before turning sheep or cattle out, plus species-specific tips to help avoid common pitfalls.…
- SAC Consulting
- 18/08/2026
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Store lambs: To sell or not to sell?
Kirsten looks at the key factors to consider, from feed and forage supplies to cash flow, margins and health planning.…
- SAC Consulting
- 18/08/2026
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Tightening up your calving pattern
Find out why a tighter calving pattern can improve herd fertility, produce more uniform calves and boost the overall efficiency of your suckler herd.…
- SAC Consulting
- 17/08/2026
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Reporting cattle movements
Whether cattle are moving to a show, market, private sale or additional holding, keepers are responsible for ensuring movements are correctly reported. Sarah explains the requirements for external and within-business movements, helping you stay compliant and avoid common record-keeping issues.…
- SAC Consulting
- 17/08/2026
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Bluetongue: Stay vigilant this autumn
Bluetongue cases are rising across the UK, with warmer conditions creating favourable conditions for disease spread and increasing the risk to livestock.…
- SAC Consulting
- 17/08/2026
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Protein balancing options for ruminant diets this winter
Reduced supplies of distillery co-products are prompting many livestock producers to review their winter feeding plans. Lorna shares the alternative protein sources available this season and the key considerations when balancing ruminant rations.…
- SAC Consulting
- 17/08/2026
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Awareness and prevention of flystrike in sheep
With warmer temperatures and longer blowfly seasons increasing the risk, it's important to stay vigilant to protect your flock.…
- SAC Conulting
- 21/07/2026
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Assessing ewe body condition at weaning
Simple condition scoring check can support fertility and highlight potential health issues before they impact productivity.…
- SAC Consulting
- 21/07/2026
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Understanding Johne's Disease in cattle
Johne’s disease can reduce productivity long before clinical signs become apparent, making it one of the most challenging diseases to identify and control on farm.…
- SAC Consulting
- 21/07/2026
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Think ticks this late summer
With tick numbers on the rise, Laura looks at the risks ticks pose to livestock and shares practical steps farmers can take to reduce their impact.…
- SAC Consulting
- 21/07/2026
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What minerals are key for weaning lambs?
As lambs transition off milk and onto forage-based diets, it's important to get mineral nutrition right.…
- SAC Consulting
- 21/07/2026
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