Blanket worming is an out of date practice that can do more harm than good. It allows resistance to build, a dangerous proposition when there are only a few types of wormer to choose from. In addition, farmers will waste money by treating animals that don’t need it. Group worming is more effective, but could we refine this even further to target individual animals? A trial is underway at four sheep farms in South West England to see if it is viable. Let’s have a closer look here. Continue reading →

The long term forecast for the UK is we could have a milder, wetter autumn than usual in 2026. The rain will be welcome on farms after such a hot, dry summer. But, farmers will need to ensure they have the right clothing for the conditions. We want to have a closer look at this today, focusing on movement. Then, if you need waterproofs, we have a fantastic range. Continue reading →

It’s been a very tough few years for the agriculture industry. Sadly, signs are pointing to a challenging winter ahead too. Critically, rising animal feed prices mean farmers could feel the squeeze, tightening margins even more. Let’s have a closer look to examine why it is happening. Continue reading →