Schmallenberg virus (SBV) is an insect-borne virus that infects all ruminants, e.g., cattle, sheep, goats, alpacas, etc. The virus spreads quickly and significantly impacts production, causing major losses.

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The aim of this project will be to review the changes made by quantifying...

Please note: the course length will depend on the provider delivering the course. A certificate of attendance will be issued at the end of the course.

Business management is key to ensure a business stays profitable and continues to provide...

This course is a 3-hour training workshop and a certificate of attendance will be issued on completion of the workshop. Workshops are delivered by local vet practices pan Wales. 

Workshop attendees will learn about the clinical signs, transmission and diagnosis/monitoring...

This dashboard outlines business key activity undertaken across the Farming Connect programme between January – March 2024

Grass is an essential crop for livestock production systems, but around half of the grass grown in Wales is not used efficiently. Farm business efficiency, and therefore income, could be greatly improved through more tailored inputs...

Horned cattle are a major management problem on farm, causing significant risks for both handlers and other stock. Removing the horns has benefits for both humans and cattle. Over the long term, the best method of producing cattle without horns...

Selective dry cow therapy (SDCT) is an increasingly popular concept. The principle is to give cows sealant only at dry off rather than in combination with antibiotics. Due to the emergence of antibiotic resistance, there is a focus on using...