From 1st October 2023, the Explosives Precursors Regulation will be updated by the Control ofPoisons and Explosives Precursors Regulations 2023 (SI 2023 No. 63). The regulation extends the list of substances included and distinguishes between regulated and reportable substances. Regulated Substances When supplying regulated explosives precursors to professional users and other businesses (i.e., those who… Read more »
The cornerstone of any profitable dairy or beef production system is a healthy, well-nourished herd. One of the core factors in achieving this status is the ability to maintain energy balance throughout the production cycle. Addressing risk periods when energy can be limiting – such as calving for the cow, or the very early life… Read more »
Housing is the perfect time to get on top of parasites in cattle to maximise growth over the winter and keep stress to a minimum. Any animal that has had a grazing season is at risk of carrying worms, particularly first-season grazing animals whose immunity hasn’t had time to build up. The main parasite threats… Read more »
A healthy rumen is the key to achieving optimum animal health and production. Achieving a balanced pH in the rumen by avoiding acid build-up is central to good rumen health and aids digestion. Many types of diet can cause excess rumen acid build-up. When the pH of the rumen falls to less than 5.5 (normal… Read more »