How genomics have added value to one South Devon herd

A South Devon cattle breeder was at the head of the queue when genomic evaluation was offered for the first time by the breed society this autumn. Olliver Rounsevell believes that the increased selection accuracy will improve

13 November 2022 鈥� 6 min read

A South Devon cattle breeder was at the head of the queue when genomic evaluation was offered for the first time by the breed society this autumn. Olliver Rounsevell believes that the increased selection...

Farming Matters - Adrian Fellows: "If reducing antibiotic use is our goal, shouldn't we make it easier for farmers to test solutions?

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Adrian Fellows, chief executive of infection control specialists Aga2Tech

Adrian Fellows

22 November 2025 鈥� 3 min read

Livestock

Popularity of Zwartbles sheep continues to grow among farmers

It is 30 years since the Zwartbles Sheep Association was first established in the UK 鈥� and with 12 flocks on the books in 1995, compared to 526 today, it is clear that the love for this big, bright, black-and-white breed continues to grow

Lynsey Clark

21 November 2025 鈥� 6 min read

Livestock

What are the benefits of regen livestock management to farmers?

Vet Lee-Anne Oliver, founder of the UK's first vet-led regenerative farming service, believes farmers can benefit financially from taking a more holistic approach to livestock management

Emily Ashworth

19 November 2025 鈥� 5 min read

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