The EID stick reader (also known as a “wand” reader) is the simplest type of device for reading electronic sheep tags. You might have seen them in use at livestock markets and smaller abattoirs. They’re pretty handy for recording lists … Continue reading →
Whether it be dairy heifers, prime lambs or finishing cattle, there are still many farms that rely only on stockmanship skills and “guesstimates” when selecting fat lambs or finished cattle. Many dairy farmers also rely on visuals alone when rearing heifers to calve … Continue reading →
Many of the Farm Assurance schemes for beef and lamb require you to keep purchased livestock on the holding for a minimum number of days before they can be sold under the scheme. For a batch of animals, you’ll probably … Continue reading →