Springing into Equine Wellness: A Guide to Preparing Your Horse for the Season Ahead
The transition from winter to spring is a critical time for horse owners, as it marks a shift in management practices to accommodate the changing season.
Preparing for the Lambing Season: Essential Supplies and Considerations
As the lambing season approaches, it is imperative for shepherds and farm workers to ensure they are fully prepared for the extremely busy weeks ahead.
From the Stable to the Coop: Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Farm Animal
The holiday season is a time of joy and giving, and it presents a wonderful opportunity to express appreciation for the farm animals that are an integral part of our lives. Whether it's the loyal horses in the stable, the friendly chickens in the coop, or any other farm animal, finding the perfect Christmas gift for each of them is a heartwarming gesture.
Winter Safety Tips for Outdoor Pets
The cold winter months can pose a variety of hazards and health risks to our animal companions who primarily reside outdoors.
From Housing to Feed - A Guide to Getting Your Cows Winter Ready
As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, it is time for cattle farmers to make preparations to protect their herd during the forthcoming winter months.
Assessing Your Horse's Body Condition
Assessing a horse's body condition by giving it a condition score is an important part of responsible horse ownership.
Preparing for Tupping Time
Tupping time is a critical period in the sheep production cycle, determining when lambing will occur and how many lambs will be born.
Preparing Your Horses for Winter
The crisp autumn air and falling leaves are telling signs that winter weather is just around the corner.
Silage Making
Silage making is a commonly used technique to store and utilise excess forage during the growing season for feeding animals during periods of scarcity, such as winter or drought.
Horse Safety on the Farm
As the caretakers of horses, it is our duty to guarantee their welfare as they aid us with labour or enjoy recreation. We must provide safe enclosures, regular veterinary care, and protection from hazards so these majestic creatures can thrive.
Sheep Shearing
Sheep shearing may seem like a tedious task, but did you know it's actually incredibly beneficial for the sheep and their wool? Not only does shearing help keep the sheep cool during hot weather, but it also promotes healthy growth of their coats.
Choosing the Perfect Pet for Your Family
Are you considering adding a furry friend to your family but not sure where to start? Choosing the perfect pet for your household is no small decision, as it involves more than just picking the cutest or most popular animal.
Horse Grooming And Its Benefits
Horse grooming is an important part of horse care and is a necessary step for all horse owners to keep them healthy and happy. It’s also a great way to bond with your horse and get to know them better.
Farm Machinery Maintenance
Maintaining vehicles and machinery is an important part of any business. Regular maintenance helps to ensure that farm equipment is in good working order, which can help to reduce the risk of accidents or breakdowns.
Keeping Your Dog Safe In Warm Weather
Although we want our dogs to enjoy the warm weather like we do, they have different biological needs, and have different ways to cope with increased temperatures. Read on to find out what your dog may be experiencing, and how you can help keep them cool and healthy.
Lambing Time
Springtime is associated with the sight of lambs in the fields. Although lambing can begin as early as December and go on until June, most flocks have their lambs in early spring.
Calving Considerations in Dairy Herds
The early part of the year is when many cattle herds will go through the calving process. There are many issues to consider during this time, and afterwards, and having an understanding of their effect on your herd can make all the difference to the outcome.
Sheep Dipping - Keeping Everybody Safe
As part of the care you give to your sheep throughout the year, parasite control is significant as an ongoing task. Sheep dipping is a commonly-used practice, but there are many safety aspects to consider.
Weaning Lambs
Weaning lambs is an ongoing process that can continue into September, and there are several things to consider. Not only do you have to think about the health and growth of lambs, but also enabling ewes to regain good health/condition in time for the next breeding season.
Cover crops in the rotation will yield hidden benefits
Experts are urging growers not to overlook the value of cover crops as they plan their rotations for the new season ahead.