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Welcome to the Farmsense article collection, your source for the latest in nutritional news
Here you’ll find articles, news and information that will help you to make informed decisions on how best to support your herd or flock. We’ll give you advice from what makes a good drench to why colostrum is so important for new born lambs or calves.
Keep checking back as we’ll be updating this section with new articles regularly.
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How can a drought affect your flock mineral levels?
Many farmers are experiencing issues brought on by the current drought across Britain. Various factors can affect the quality of your grass including soil type,
It’s that time of year again when we are counting down the days until our first lambs are due. Are you prepared?
The farming industry is making a conscious effort to reduce antibiotic usage – especially surrounding lambing. As a Nation, since 2014 the UK have successfully
Mineral drenching tips
During the summer drenching of cattle and lambs across the UK is a common site on many UK farms. As grass quality and quantity decrease
Wet weather & vitamin content of forage
Farmers Weekly reports that this extremely wet year has had a detrimental effect on UK livestock. Heavy rain has flushed trace elements from our British
Energy Requirements of the Ewe During Pregnancy
To maintain her weight, the pregnant ewe requires around 1.7% of her body weight each day in dry matter.
When a ewe becomes pregnant, the