In this course you will learn about ewe nutrition during pregnancy and the metabolic diseases they are susceptible to during this time. 

This module explores the causes and prevention of abortion in cattle.

Genetic improvement is a powerful tool for improving animal agriculture sustainability because the results are permanent and cumulative. Unlike nutritional and animal health interventions, which require continuous inputs, genetic improvements are made in one generation are passed onto the next...

Aim of the project:

The project will aim to look at two aspects, firstly to investigate the...

Main Objectives

• To reduce production costs through improved grassland management.
• There is much potential for learning and improvement with the Stabiliser herd, which is still in its infancy.
• Focus on reducing...

Neonatal calf diseases present a significant challenge to calf health, welfare, and farm profitability in the UK. A range of diseases contribute to morbidity and mortality aside from scour and pneumonia in calves during the first month of life. Many...

Project aim:

The main aim of this project is to fully understand the true health status of the flock at College Farm; identify the level of these diseases in...

Gaerfechan have diversified into a free range egg production enterprise comprising of 32,000 bird unit. To complement the project the need for tree planting to establish woodland areas...

Project aims:

• To move from an high cost (money and time) indoor lambing system, to a robust, income generating outdoor lambing
• Establish a healthy flock, as a...