New Wagyu herd part of Norfolk-based estates sustainable vision

Brothers Gavin, Alex and Bruce Paterson have made some big changes to the management of the Worstead Estate, Norfolk, among them a new Wagyu herd, changes to the arable unit, renewable energy projects and building restoration

18 January 2021 鈥� 6 min read

Wagyu The Wagyu herd started in 2016 with the purchase of Yoshima, a fullblood heifer plus embyros, from David Walston. Bruce says: "We had been talking about Wagyu before we sold the dairy herd...

What causes abortions in cattle? Key vet advice for farmers

Abortions in cattle bring financial loss and emotional strain, but early action and strong herd management can make a difference

Katie Fallon

01 June 2026 鈥� 5 min read

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51AV视频tours, workshops, competitions and more 鈥� what to expect at this year's NSA Scotsheep event

NSA Scotsheep visitors can look forward to a busy day, with farm tours and a jam-packed workshop, demonstration and competition schedule

Katie Fallon

31 May 2026 鈥� 5 min read

Livestock

Dr Dolly van Tulleken: "We have ended up in a nonsensical food system, with small-scale abattoirs and farms closing at an alarming rate"

Food and public health campaigner Dr Dolly van Tulleken on how abattoir loss is driving out small-scale meat production, and the resulting impact on food quality, biodiversity, animal welfare, supply chains and local economies

Dr Dolly van Tulleken

30 May 2026 鈥� 3 min read

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