As consumer interest in the origins and production of food continues to grow, the campaign will build trust in the nation’s agricultural sector, by highlighting the environmentally friendlier ...

Over three-quarters of farms in England and Scotland of 50 ha (124 acres) or more in size will be affected by the changes to Inheritance Tax, a new independent analysis from AHDB shows.

The main economic loss from yellow rust is in wheat. The disease does occur in barley but it is rare due to effective varietal resistance. The disease is most important in the East, although infection ...

The aim of this guide is to help barley growers to identify where production may be falling short of potential. To manage crops effectively, it is important to set targets, assess progress, adjust ...

Grass grown for silage has different needs to grass grown solely for grazing. Silage can provide high quality forage for winter feeding however, as with all crops, it depends on using the right ...

Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) or pneumonia is the most common reason for death and poor performance in young cattle and costs the UK cattle industry an estimated £50 million a year. This booklet ...

Bluetongue is a notifiable animal disease. If you suspect it you must report it immediately by calling the Defra Rural Services Helpline on 03000 200 301. In Wales, contact 0300 303 8268. In Scotland, ...

Our encyclopaedia details the major and minor pests and natural enemies commonly associated with cropping rotations. Use it help prevent, detect and control pest populations in field crops, as part of ...

N.B. Changes to feed intakes should be considered as part of the entire production system and under guidance from a nutritionist.

Treating infectious claw horn lesions rely on all four success factors, in particular: 1 – low infection pressure. Infectious lesions can be passed between individual animals or from one foot to ...

Maximising grass yield, grass quality and cattle growth rates is a juggling act. Sometimes, one must be prioritised to the detriment of the other. Hitting grazing residuals and utilisation targets ...