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Producers urged to implement strong identification processes to safeguard cow herd

As cattle values climb, accurate identification methods like branding and tagging are helping producers protect ownership, track herd health and meet market requirements.

Producers urged to implement strong identification processes to safeguard cow herd

As cattle values climb, accurate identification methods like branding and tagging are helping producers protect ownership, track herd health and meet market requirements.

Farmer caused death of 140 animals, banned from future ownership

A thousand sheep were also underfed, many also suffering from worm burdens.

Livestock or “Deadstock”?, by SaraSue

I’m still reeling over what happened on the recent Easter Sunday.  It was early in the day when I trekked down to the barn to check on one of my heifers that was due to calve.  I h...

Farmers urged to check livestock amid Dublin gorse blaze

Farmers are being urged to check livestock if they have animals on land in the area around Dublin Mountains as a gorse fire continues to smoulder. A large gorse blaze broke out las...

USDA updates livestock insurance for 2027 crop year

USDA enhances livestock insurance with new rules, expanded coverage, and updated eligibility for farmers.

Have you herd? Morven Sustainability Lab welcomes cows

UVA’s Morven Lab introduces red Angus cattle to enhance soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable farming practices.

Livestock checks stepped up ahead of Easter amid pox epidemic

Ahead of the annual slaughter of thousands of lambs for traditional Easter Sunday meals, authorities are stepping up policing of measures to contain a highly contagious livestock d...

Livestock Feed Calculator (How Much Feed Ration Do Animals Need Per Day?)

By Agri Farming Editorial Team | Livestock Feed Calculator Guide | Reviewed by Animal Nutrition Experts | Updated April 2026 Use this livestock feed calculator to instantly calcula...

28,000 farm animals on Lesvos culled in bid to stop foot-and-mouth disease

Strict containment measures have failed to stop the fatal, financially disastrous foot-and-mouth livestock disease spreading through the eastern Aegean Sea island of Lesvos, with 2...

Follow seasonal guidelines to protect cattle health: Animal Husbandry Director to farmers

UK breeding cattle and sheep populations continue to decline

The UK cattle population declined 1% year-on-year in 2025; while the UK sheep flock saw a decline of 2.1% in the same period. This is according to new data released by the Departme...

LISTEN: Keeping wild sheep on the mountain

Wild sheep are known for their tenacity to endure some of the harshest landscapes around the world. Yet, the global population of the subfamily continues to decline due to a bacter...

Cattle breed whose ancestors lived with Celts added to priority at-risk list

UK’s Rare Breeds Survival Trust says calf numbers of white park cattle last year were less than two-thirds of 2022 levelAn ancient breed of cattle whose ancestors are thought to ha...

USDA opens research lab to combat livestock pests

State-of-the-art Knipling-Bushland U.S. Livestock Insects Research Lab will focus on fly and tick pests threatening cattle industry.

Horn flies on pastured cattle: Biology, economic impact, and management

Horn flies cause stress, reduce grazing, and harm cattle health. Integrated pest management is key to control.

Review offers roadmap for sustainable livestock production

Paper synthesizes latest research from 200+ publications on ruminant genetics, nutrition, the microbiome and management.

Animal Ag News 5/21

Zoetis Inc. announced that Dectomax/Dectomax®-CA1 (doramectin injection) was recently granted conditional approval of the 100 mL vial size for the prevention and treatment of infes...

Livestock insurance launched in Galiyat to mitigate human-wildlife conflict

Ireland's unique and amazing animals

From sheep to dogs to cows - these lovable animals are all native to Ireland!

قربانی کے جانوروں کی صحت کا خیال رکھیے، احتیاطی تدابیر اختیار کیجیے

بروقت تشخیص اور احتیاطی اقدامات سے اپنے قیمتی جانوروں کو بچا سکتے ہیں

Стадно должно быть, товарищи…

В агропромышленной сфере РК приняты меры по повышению точности учета скота

Nearly £2 million worth of livestock killed or injured in dog attacks in 2025

Dog attacks killed or injured £2m of livestock in 2025, warns NFU Mutual. Dog owners urged to use leads over Easter as new law boosts police powers.

Livestock vs. Crops: Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index shows financial divide between the sectors

In 2026, farmers and ranchers have faced both expected and unexpected challenges and opportunities. Analyzing the April 2026 Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index results reveals a clear...