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Livestock
30 April 2024
See first hand the impact of parasites on sheep as we conduct sheep post-mortems
3 April 2024
The latest AHDB-funded research, due for release this autumn, shows what the Dorset sheep breed has achieved in selecting for on-farm performance.
2 April 2024
Find out why relatives of lame sheep often become lame as well
1 March 2024
Lameness is a common heath and welfare issue that has a negative impact on ewe fertility, lamb growth rates and longevity. It can cause considerable pain and discomfort to the affected sheep, while incurring financial loss to your business.
1 March 2024
Following one of the warmest Februarys on record, the threat to lambs from nematodirus is predicted to be extremely variable across the UK
29 February 2024
Learn about progress with genomic estimated breeding values and feed intake in cattle
1 March 2024
APHA are warning vets and farmers that the current warm weather may contribute to an increase in early spring tick activity
24 May 2024
Learn about the value of performance recording and the ability to use EBVs for future ram purchases and breeding decisions
13 February 2024
AHDB welcomes the recent Defra report which provides new insight into harmonising approaches to assessing carbon at farm-level.
15 February 2024
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has recently published two reports relevant to livestock emissions
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9 February 2024
The Environment Agency is introducing changes to Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR) requirements, find out what these could mean for you.
9 February 2024
An overview on the work AHDB is doing to ensure that policy decisions are fully informed about the full contribution our levy payers are making to net zero.