The Farming Year - October
Autumn is in full swing as we get into October. The lambs were weaned in previous months and it is now the time to wean this years calves. The cattle are also put back into barns around this time of...
Autumn is in full swing as we get into October. The lambs were weaned in previous months and it is now the time to wean this years calves. The cattle are also put back into barns around this time of...
The summer is ending and with September comes a renewed effort to get a range of crops harvested. Once harvested the fields will be ploughed and cultivated as the start of the new arable cycle gets into full swing. Winter...
The peak of the summer months, August on the farm is very much a repetition of July. Silage making is at the forefront and combine harvesters are pretty much non stop int eh arable fields. August is also the new...
If you are a first-time sheep owner, the thought of vaccinating your lambs may be daunting. Vaccination is a vital part of keeping your flock healthy, and knowing when and how to vaccinate your lambs is key. In this blog...
Whether you keep Turkeys on a farm, small holding, the allotment, or simply have a couple of in the back yard, choosing the right feed for your Turkeys is crucial to ensure they have good health and growth into fit...
Are you wondering how to feed your pig? Proper nutrition is essential for your pig's health, and having the right knowledge is key. In this blog post, we'll provide a 4-step guide to pig feeding and ration types. We'll discuss...
Characteristics The Oxford Sandy and Black is named for its colouring. It has a rust (or sandy brown) coloured skin with black patches across its body, It is noted for being particularly striking and attractive compared to many other native...
Whether you keep chickens on a farm, small holding, the allotment, or simply have a couple of chickens in the back yard, choosing the right feed for your chickens is crucial to ensure they have good health and continue to...
Characteristics The British Lop is a a large, white-skinned pig with lop ears hanging forward over the face, which is where its name comes from. It has a long frame and Its body is heavy-set and much bigger in the...
Whether you keep ducks or geese on a farm, small holding, the allotment, or simply have a couple of ducks in the back yard, choosing the right feed for your chickens is crucial to ensure they have good health and...
Characteristics The Welsh Pig is a medium sized white pig with a long, lean but muscular body. Its body is pear shaped and has lop-ears. Its head is moderately wide and has a straight nose. The loped ears do not...
Characteristics Britain’s only entirely black pig. They are very large with large loped ears covering its eyes. Physically the Large Black is a long, deep bodied pig. The all black colouring helps protect it from sunburn. They are hardy, yet docile. ...