N.B. This resource has been transferred from the previous Farming Connect 2007 - 2015 programme and was correct at the time of publication. 

Castration remains a common procedure on many farms and, without it, cattle management would have to be significantly modified. It is essential that it is undertaken effectively to gain the maximum benefit, with the least impact on the castrated calf.

This course will highlight the risks of working with farm animals, especially cattle. Explain flight or fight responses, and covers how to avoid them, utilising the principles of safe handling and other methods.

Weaning is a critical stage in a calf's life, marking the transition from a milk-based diet to solid feed, which supports further growth and development. Successful calf weaning is essential for promoting healthy rumen development, achieving healthy and productive animals...

Housing and predominantly feeding suckler cows over the winter has a dramatic effect on the enterprise’s profitability.

Project aims:

• The aim of this project will...

Project Aims: 

• To investigate the practicalities and benefits of contamination mapping on a commercial farm in a bid to tackle anthelmintic failure issues.
• Farmers need to find ways to reduce...

This module describes the identification, prevention and treatment of a number of common poultry respiratory.