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The majority of suckler herds are still out on land grazing and farmers must now turn their attention to the risks associated with grass tetany in the weeks coming up to housing. Grass tetany is caused by a magnesium (Mg) deficiency, which can occur when animals are grazing heavy, lush, low-fibre paddocks. Cows are most […]
Cows have entered the final third of their lactation and although many cows will continue to milk into early December, the importance of body condition score (BCS) should not be underestimated. Ensuring cows are in the correct BCS at drying off is key for setting cows up for spring 2022. Target body condition scores: Cows […]
Getting your flock of ewes gathered and assessing their body condition well in advance of breeding should be on the top of the to-do list, as soon as possible. The importance of this task cannot be underestimated and it is done without the need for any equipment – so there are no excuses. Body condition scoring […]