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Managing a small herd of longhorns here.Lovely quiet cows untill they have a calf, then it's as if a switch has been flicked and they suddenly become possessed by the devil. This of course then becomes exacerbated when you have calves that don't suck; big traffic cone tits to latch onto; tagging...

Written by Maeve Hennessy from Agriland A man in his 50s has died following a serious road traffic collision involving a crop sprayer in Wissett, Suffolk, England, the Suffolk constabulary reported. The collision occurred on Halesworth Road at approximately 7:50p.m on Saturday May 11, and...

Recently set up a new ltd company for a solar development. We’ve leased the land and get a rent dependent on the amount of electric sold. The land used is owned privately and not in the company. Do I need insurance? There’s two directors who are family members. My current insurers are telling me...

We heard today that some one we know is lucky to be alive after Sepsis infection while on holiday in the US. It’s obviously an extremely dangerous infection ( or whatever its term). Is it very common in the 21st century?

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Tallis Amos Group (TAG) servicing teams have been promoting farm safety by contributing £15 from each harvest machinery safety expert check throughout the winter to the Farm Safety Foundation. Ahead of farm safety week, which will take place July...

I have the opportunity of some fenced and watered grazing FOC by a country house hotel. They are adamant they must be photogenic breed that the guests can enjoy looking at as well as tasting good on the plate. They are especially keen on Highland cattle or Belted Galloways. Does anyone have...

Hi Im looking to help my dad split our 3095. Dies anyone have a splitting rail and jack for sale. I know i could make something but by the time i get the steel and take the time to make it id rather just but it off someone. Would get a new kit at the right price.... Any suggestions?

Written by Agriland Team from Agriland Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has revealed that domestic cats died from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) (bird flu) in Texas. The research, which was released by the Centres for...

As above we employ an 18 year old apprentice that wrote his car off a couple of weeks ago due to careless driving and is now looking at getting a new car but doesn't want to use it for running around the yards with (which is fair enough) so he wants putting on the farm van insurance... what...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Carla Lockhart MP is urging farmers to prioritise their health and stay safe around slurry following a ‘near miss’ incident with slurry gas in recent days. The incident occurred near Larne in Co. Antrim and involved two men, one aged in his 30s...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland North Wales Police has appealed for information after a German Shepherd dog is believed to have attacked and killed a sheep in Flintshire. The German Shepherd dog was seen to be roaming the area of Gwespyr, Llanasa, from Thursday, April 11, until...

Written by Agriland Team from Agriland New Zealand police have confirmed that they shot a ram after a couple were found dead in a paddock. “On undertaking a risk assessment, the ram was shot and died at the scene,” the police force stated. The police today (Friday, April 19) released further...

Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Advanced chlorophyll enhancing technology backed by science and proven in the field, is now making its way through European CE validation and looks set to shake up the UK biostimulant market. CPM finds out more. By Charlotte Cunningham...

So much in the news on this doesn’t make sense: Trying to keep prices down for the hard pressed public etc etc has anyone drilled into where the profits come from within the business?

Written by Agriland Team from Agriland The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) is advising farmers to follow the guidance of the Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) when it comes to the use of quad bikes. The UFU stated that quad bikes are “extremely useful” on farms for tasks, but...

Our bull has stopped eating and is making a low grunting noise with every breath, started 2 days ago but yesterday seemed better but worse now. Will be phoning the vet shortly, just wondering if you have any ideas? My father is thinking a wire. Been no change in his diet so ruling out acidosis...

So I have been holding off starting this thread but as we are almost a month away now thought I would start it off. I did my first season last year and cannot wait to get back at it this year, been working on stengthing my back and core a lot through the off season. My main target this time is...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a reminder to countryside walkers to exercise caution around cattle this Easter. The British workplace regulator said both farmers and walkers must work together to keep everyone safe, particularly...

I don't think this Shearling has reared a lamb before, she may have lambed & lost. Very poor Mother, have to hold her to let the lamb feed. One teat works great the other appears to have skin over the teat opening, no way in. I've used Oxytocin on ewes in the past with just a drop of milk &...