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Time to target grassland weeds

Kieran Mailey

Spraying weeds such as docks and thistles is recommended before they mature and produce seeds.

4 May 2024 Management

Five tips to keep on top of grass quality in May

Grass growth is increasing and will exceed demand during May. Outlined are five tips to keep on top of grass quality over the coming weeks.

30 April 2024 Management

Making a final call on breeding replacement heifers

The late spring turnout will potentially see replacement heifers being underdeveloped for breeding this year. Weighing animals and making a tough call is strongly advised.

Top tips for getting suckler cows back in calf

Adam Woods takes a look at what’s important in terms of getting suckler cows back in calf

1 May 2024 Breeding & health

Five tips to setting up paddocks for beginners

For farmers thinking about setting up paddocks for the first time, outlined are some tips to keep in mind.

27 April 2024 Management

Be alert for grass tetany as grazing resumes

Where suckler cows with calves at foot have been turned out to grass in recent days, make sure animals are well covered for magnesium to prevent tetany.

23 April 2024 Management

Five tips to get spring grazing back on track

Settled weather in the week ahead will create opportunities for grazing on drier land. Outlined are some tips to get spring grazing back on track.

20 April 2024 Management

Five tips to prepare stock bulls for breeding

For suckler herds calving in early spring, breeding is one month away, so thoughts should be turning towards getting stock bulls prepared in good time.

13 April 2024 Management